Apple Muffin Cakes Recipe

Name: Apple Muffin Cakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans (about 3 ounces); 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 large egg; 3 tablespoons yogurt or low-fat buttermilk; 2 medium Granny Smith applespeeled, cored and cut into 3/4 -inch dice; Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Servings: persons

3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans (about 3 ounces)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
3 tablespoons yogurt or low-fat buttermilk
2 medium Granny Smith applespeeled, cored and cut into 3/4 -inch dice
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

1
Preheat the oven to 325.
2
Butter 6 large or 12 regular-size muffin cups.
3
Line the bottoms with wax paper and brush with butter.
4
Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast for about 8 minutes, or until fragrant.
5
Transfer to a plate and let cool.
6
In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cardamom and salt.
7
In another bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
8
Add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
9
Beat in the egg and yogurt.
10
Stir in the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
11
Fold in the apples and pecans.
12
Spoon the batter into the muffin cups and bake for about 40 minutes for large cakes and 30 minutes for regular cakes, or until the apples are tender and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
13
Let the cakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
14
Invert onto a rack, remove the wax paper, then turn right side up and let cool completely.
15
Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans (about 3 ounces), 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon cardamom, and more.

Yes, Apple Muffin Cakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Apple Muffin Cakes

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