Maple Bourbon Bacon Apple Muffins Recipe

Name: Maple Bourbon Bacon Apple Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp kosher or sea salt; 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1/2 lb baking apple (I used 1 honeycrisp apple), cored, peeled, and cut in tiny pieces.; 1/2 lb bacon, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 2 tsp Bourbon; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher or sea salt
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 lb baking apple (I used 1 honeycrisp apple), cored, peeled, and cut in tiny pieces.
1/2 lb bacon, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tsp Bourbon
1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1
Preheat oven to 375F.
2
Line a 12 capacity muffin tray with baking cups.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
4
Set aside.
5
In a large bowl, whisk together the oil and brown sugar.
6
Add eggs (one at a time) to the oil sugar mixture, whisking as you go.
7
Whisk in the applesauce and vanilla extract.
8
Fold in half of the flour mixture.
9
Stir in the buttermilk.
10
Fold in the remaining flour mixture until just combined.
11
Gently stir in the apple pieces.
12
Scoop the batter in the muffin tins and tap the pan on the counter a few times to release any air bubbles.
13
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean after being inserted in the middle of the muffins.
14
Let cool for about 15 minutes and the remove the muffins from the pan and place on a cooling rack.
15
Make the glaze during the cooling process.
16
In a large skillet, cook the bacon to your preferred crispness.
17
Remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
18
Drain the majority of the rendered bacon fat.
19
Over medium-low heat, melt the butter in the skillet the bacon was cooked in.
20
Stir in the maple syrup, Bourbon, and brown sugar, mixing until the the sugar is dissolved.
21
Add the bacon to the maple/butter sauce.
22
Place a few pieces of bacon on each muffin and drizzle the maple sauce over the muffin.

1456

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp kosher or sea salt, and more.

Yes, Maple Bourbon Bacon 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.

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Maple Bourbon Bacon Apple Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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