Description
The “Caramel Apple Delight Muffins with Walnut Crunch” recipe brings a delightful fusion of sweet and nutty flavors, perfectly combined in soft, scrumptious muffins. With juicy chunks of apple, a rich caramel drizzle, and a crunchy walnut topping, these muffins serve as an excellent treat for both breakfast and snack times. Ideal for fall but irresistible year-round, this recipe is sure to please anyone looking for a comforting, homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set the bowl aside for later.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Start and end with the dry mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts, ensuring not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean. Avoid overbaking to keep the muffins moist.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, drizzle caramel sauce over the tops for a sweet finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes