Looking for a simple and delicious muffin recipe? These Apple Raisin Muffins are just what you need! They are easy to make, use basic ingredients, and turn out soft and flavorful every time.
Even if you’re not an experienced baker, you can’t go wrong with these muffins. The batter comes together in minutes, and the result? A tender inside with juicy apples and chewy raisins, topped with a light, crispy crust.
Homemade Apple Muffins with a Sweet Crumble Topping
Apple muffins have been a favorite treat for generations. They go back to early American baking traditions, where warm, spiced apple treats were a staple in many homes.
The mix of tart apples and sweet raisins makes every bite delicious. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or with a cup of tea, these muffins bring that cozy, homemade feeling to any moment.
And with a brown sugar topping, you get the perfect sweet crunch in every bite!
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📖 Recipe
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Ingredients
Muffins
- ½ cup raisins
- 1 cup milk
- 1 stick butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into ½-inch pieces
Topping
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to
350 °F or 320 °F. - Soak the raisins in milk for 10 minutes.½ cup raisins, 1 cup milk
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar on high speed for 3 minutes.1 stick butter, ¾ cup sugar
- Add the egg and vanilla and mix for 2 more minutes.1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into the bowl.2½ cups all-purpose flour, 2½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt
- Mix on low speed until just combined.
- Drain the raisins and add the milk to the batter. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in the apples and raisins with a spatula.2 apples
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each ¾ full.
- Mix the flour and brown sugar and sprinkle a little on top of each muffin.1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
- Bake for 20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- At room temperature – Keep them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Store in a freezer bag or box for up to 3 months.
- TIP: Freeze the muffins in batches so you only defrost the amount you need.
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