Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 3/4 cups (218g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) apple cider
- 1 cup (120g) chopped apples
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with 8 paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and the apple cider to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped apples.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per muffin:
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and fluffy
- Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg
- Studded with chopped apples
- Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a snack
User Comments:
- "These muffins are so moist and flavorful. I love the apple and cinnamon combination."
- "My kids love these muffins! They're easy to make and perfect for a school snack."
- "I'm not a big fan of apples, but these muffins are amazing. The flavors are perfectly balanced."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have apple cider, you can substitute 1 cup (240ml) of apple juice.
- You can also add 1/2 cup (60g) of raisins or chopped nuts to the batter.
- For extra sweetness, sprinkle a little granulated sugar on top of the muffins before baking.
