There’s nothing quite like the delightful aroma of freshly baked treats wafting through the house to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. And when fall rolls around, combining the sweet flavors of caramel and apple in a muffin is the perfect way to kick off the cozy season. These Caramel Apple Muffins are a delightful combination of moist, fluffy muffin filled with tender apples and swirled with gooey caramel. Whether you’re looking for a tasty breakfast option, a delightful snack, or a sweet treat to enjoy with a warm cup of tea or coffee, these muffins are sure to hit the spot.
**Caramel Apple Muffins**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups finely chopped apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
– 1/2 cup caramel sauce
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
5. Gently fold in the chopped apples until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
7. Drizzle a generous teaspoon of caramel sauce over the top of each muffin, then use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the caramel into the batter.
8. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve these delicious Caramel Apple Muffins warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the sweet and cozy flavors of fall!
Enjoy these Caramel Apple Muffins as a scrumptious addition to your breakfast table, a delightful snack to enjoy with friends, or a special treat to savor during a quiet moment at home. The combination of tender apples, warm spices, and gooey caramel makes these muffins a comforting indulgence that will surely become a favorite in your household. So, go ahead and bake up a batch of these delightful muffins to enjoy the cozy flavors of fall any time of year!
