Pumpkin-Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping are the perfect fall treat, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with the sweetness of fresh apples. These moist, flavorful muffins are topped with a crunchy, buttery streusel that adds an irresistible texture and flavor. They’re ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a snack with a cup of coffee or tea.
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (about 1-2 apples)
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
- Prepare the Muffins:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples.
- Prepare the Streusel Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Assemble the Muffins:
- Divide the muffin batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over each muffin.
- Bake the Muffins:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve:
- Serve the Pumpkin-Apple Muffins warm or at room temperature. These muffins are delicious on their own or with a dollop of butter.
Enjoy these Pumpkin-Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping as a cozy and flavorful treat that’s perfect for the autumn season!
