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apple muffins with yogurt

Delicious Apple Muffins with Yogurt for Cozy Mornings

These moist apple muffins with yogurt offer a delightful flavor perfect for breakfast or snack time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Wheat Flour All-purpose flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Can substitute with more baking powder.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Lemon Zest Can swap with orange zest.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Consider using brown sugar.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Sunflower Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Yogurt Can substitute with buttermilk.
  • 2 cups Apples Firm sweet varieties like Granny Smith.
For Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar and Cinnamon Adjust amounts per preference.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and prepare muffin tin with liners or grease.
  2. In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients: wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, lemon zest, cinnamon, salt, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: eggs, sunflower oil, and yogurt until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
  5. Dice the apples into small pieces and fold into the batter.
  6. Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with batter and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Stir the batter just until combined to keep muffins fluffy. Ensure your baking powder and soda are fresh for optimal rise.

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