Apple Donut Muffins (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups (180 g) all-purpose flour.
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½ cup (99 g) granulated white sugar.
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1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder.
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½ teaspoon salt.
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½ teaspoon cinnamon.
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½ teaspoon nutmeg.
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⅓ cup (76 g) unsalted butter, cubed and at room temperature.
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½ cup (60-70 g) grated apple (Gala recommended).
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1 large egg.
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¼ cup milk (2% preferred).
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½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted.
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¼ cup (50 g) granulated white sugar.
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1 tablespoon cinnamon.
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk together until evenly distributed.
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Add the cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and grated apple until well combined.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
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Use a cookie scoop or spoon to evenly distribute the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each well about two-thirds full.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the muffins are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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While the muffins are baking, melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl. In another small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
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Once the muffins are done baking and slightly cooled, dip each muffin into the melted butter, ensuring it is fully coated. Then, roll the muffin in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
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Transfer the coated muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes:
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These delightful Apple Donut Mini Muffins combine the best of both worlds: the tender, moist texture of a muffin with the sweet, cinnamon-sugar coating of a donut. Perfect for a breakfast treat or a sweet snack any time of day.