Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping are a delicious treat that brings the warmth of fall to your kitchen. These muffins are soft, flavorful, and topped with a sweet and crunchy streusel, making them perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.
Why Make This Recipe
You should make these muffins because they combine the wonderful flavors of pumpkin and apples, creating a moist and tasty bite. The streusel topping adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft muffin. Plus, they are easy to prepare and are sure to please family and friends alike!
How to Make Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples (peeled and finely chopped, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Directions:
Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the Apples: Gently fold in the diced apples.
Fill the Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Add the Streusel Topping: Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over each muffin.
Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy: Enjoy these Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping warm or at room temperature.
How to Serve Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping
Serve these muffins warm from the oven or at room temperature. They pair nicely with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or an afternoon snack. You can also serve them with a smear of butter or cream cheese for an extra treat.
How to Store Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping
Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, place them in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze these muffins for up to 3 months. Just be sure to wrap them tightly to avoid freezer burn.
Tips to Make Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping
- Make sure to measure your ingredients accurately for the best results.
- Use fresh apples for added flavor and crunch.
- You can add nuts like walnuts or pecans for a nice texture.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep the muffins airy and soft.
Variation
Feel free to swap out the apples for other fruits, such as pears or cranberries, for a different flavor. You can also try adding chocolate chips for a sweet twist!
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned?
Yes, you can use fresh pumpkin puree, but make sure it is cooked and well-drained.
2. Can I make these muffins gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
3. How can I make the muffins less sweet?
You can reduce the amount of granulated and brown sugar in the recipe if you prefer a less sweet muffin.
Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping
Ingredients
Muffin Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour For the muffin batter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Spice for flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Spice for flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Spice for flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger Spice for flavor
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter For moisture
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar For sweetness
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed For sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor
- 1 cup diced apples (peeled and finely chopped, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) For added flavor and texture
Streusel Topping
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour For the streusel topping
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed For sweetness in topping
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon For flavor in topping
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened For binding and flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, oil, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over each muffin.
Baking
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving
- Enjoy these Pumpkin Apple Muffins with Streusel Topping warm or at room temperature. They pair nicely with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or an afternoon snack.