Candy Apple Muffins Recipe

Name: Candy Apple Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ¾ cup packed light-brown sugar; ½ cup diced unsalted butter, cold; 1 cup unsweetened applesauce; 2 eggs; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 granny smith apple, unpeeled and diced (1-1/2 cups); ⅓ cup red-hot candies

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375.
2
Line 16 muffin cups with cupcake liners.
3
In large bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; mix with fingers to break up sugar lumps.
4
In separate small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of the flour mixture with 2-1/2 tablespoons of the butter.
5
Mix with fingers until crumbly and set aside to use as streusel topping.
6
Melt remaining butter in small pan over low heat.
7
Cool slightly, then whisk in applesauce and eggs.
8
To flour mixture remaining in large bowl, stir in baking soda, nutmeg and salt.
9
Add diced apple, then butter-applesauce mixture; stir until dry ingredients are almost combined.
10
Add cinnamon candies and stir lightly; do not overmix.
11
Spoon into prepared muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.
12
Sprinkle muffins with streusel topping.
13
Bake 18 minutes or until browned and tops spring back when lightly pressed.
14
Remove to wire racks to cool.

749

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup packed light-brown sugar, ½ cup diced unsalted butter, cold, 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, and more.

Yes, Candy Apple Muffins 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Candy Apple Muffins

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Variations & substitutions

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