Cinnamon Apple Lemon Muffins

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cinnamon Apple Lemon Muffins.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 425°F (220°C) and greasing 12 muffin cups to ensure your delicious creations pop out easily.

2. Step 2

   In a mixing bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, creating a light and airy base for your muffins.

3. Step 3

   In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sugar, beaten eggs, softened butter, zesty lemon peel, fresh lemon juice, and milk.

4. Step 4

   Mix these wet ingredients until they’re beautifully blended and creamy.

5. Step 5

   Now, gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just until everything is moistened—remember, a little lumpiness is perfectly fine; overmixing can lead to tough muffins.

6. Step 6

   Next, add in the chopped Granny Smith apples, folding them in gently so they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter, adding a delightful tartness to each bite.

7. Step 7

   Spoon the batter into your prepared muffin cups, filling each one about two-thirds full to allow for that lovely rise.

8. Step 8

   For a sweet finishing touch, mix 1 tablespoon of sugar with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon in a small bowl, then generously sprinkle this mixture over the tops of your muffin batter.

9. Step 9

   Place the muffin tray in the preheated oven and bake for around 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, signaling that they’re perfectly baked.

10. Step 10

    Once they’re done, let the muffins cool in the pan for a couple of minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

11. Step 11

    Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as you anticipate the first warm bite of these scrumptious lemon apple muffins!.