Apple crumble cupcakes
Soft and moist apple muffins topped with a buttery cinnamon crumble. A cozy homemade treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack.
Updated : 15 September, 2026
Easy
About 30 min.
Ingredients
Crumble topping
70 grams
Brown sugar
15 grams
Sugar
1 teaspoon
Cinnamon
55 grams
Butter
85 grams
Flour
Cupcakes
220 grams
Flour
1 teaspoon
Baking soda
1 teaspoon
Baking powder
pinch
Salt
110 grams
Butter
80 grams
Brown sugar
50 grams
Sugar
2
Eggs
120 grams
Greek yogurt
2 teaspoon
Vanilla
60 milliliters
Milk
2
Apple
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients needed for the recipe. Melt the butter for the crumble topping and let it cool. Use Greek yogurt with your preferred fat content. The butter for the muffins should be softened and at room temperature.
Step 2
First, prepare the crumble topping. In a bowl, combine both sugars and the cinnamon.
Step 3
Pour the melted butter into the sugar mixture. Add the flour as well.
Step 4
Mix everything with a fork until no dry flour remains and a moist, crumbly mixture forms. Set the bowl aside.
Step 5
Prepare the muffin batter. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
Step 6
In a separate bowl, add all the sugar and the softened butter. Beat until creamy.
Step 7
Add both eggs, the Greek yogurt, and vanilla. Beat everything well again until combined.
Step 8
Finally, add the flour mixture and gently mix until no dry flour remains.
Step 9
Peel and core the apples. Cut the apples into small pieces and add them to the prepared batter. Mix well so the apple pieces are evenly distributed.
Step 10
Divide the prepared batter evenly among the muffin cups.
Step 11
Sprinkle the prepared crumble topping over the muffins. Gently press the crumbs into the batter so they stick. Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C (350°F) for about 25 minutes, or until the muffins are fully baked and the tops are nicely golden brown.
Step 12
Let the muffins cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
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