| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 20 mins – 25 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 292 | 11g | 4.2g | 43g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 21g | 1.5g | 6.4g | 0.23g |
There truly is something magical about the Crab Apple Muffins Recipe that I am about to share with you. It’s my wonderful twist on traditional fruit pastries, imbued with the humble, oft-overlooked treasure of New England – the crab apple. This recipe has traveled with me, from the breezy coasts of the Atlantic where I learned my craft, and now to your kitchen.
The Unpredicted Perks
Beyond their delicious flavor and moist texture, these muffins have health benefits that just can’t be ignored. Crab apples, like their larger cousins, come packed with fiber and vitamin C – two essential ingredients for a balanced diet. Plus, walnuts can really boost the nutritional content, adding protein and heart-healthy fats into the mix if you opt for them in your muffins. And then there’s cinnamon, a spice beloved not just for its warm, comforting flavor but also for its potential benefits in managing blood sugar levels. Click here to learn more about the health benefits of cinnamon .
Perfect for Any Time of the Day
There’s something about this Crab Apple Muffins Recipe that makes it fit for any meal or snack time. Morning coffee? Absolutely. Pack them in Erin and Samantha’s lunchboxes? Done. Serve with an afternoon tea? Perfect. They’ve even been known to make appearances at my dinner parties, paired with a sharp cheddar or creamy brie. If you’re looking for something different to accompany these muffins, I’ve found they go incredibly well with a simple winter minestrone or a creamy New England clam chowder. The sweetness of the muffin balances exquisitely with these hearty soups.
The Crab Apple Muffins Recipe brings my love of New England cooking into every bite. It’s a melding of my coastal roots and my passion for wholesome, delicious meals. I hope you’ll love these muffins as much as my daughters and I do, and that this recipe can find a spot on your meal plans, just like it has on ours.
What You’ll Need
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1.5 cups chopped and peeled crab apples
- 3/4 cup roughly chopped walnuts or pecans, depending on your preference (optional)
Method
Step One
Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray it with a non-stick cooking spray.
Step Two
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir these dry ingredients together until they’re evenly mixed.
Step Three
In a separate bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until it’s creamy. Add in the granulated sugar, and beat these together until the mix is fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step Four
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Stir the ingredients together until they’re just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step Five
Stir in the chopped and peeled crab apples and the chopped walnuts or pecans if you’re using them. Stir these into the batter until they’re evenly distributed.
Step Six
Scoop the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin. Each muffin cup should be about two-thirds full.
Step Seven
Bake the muffins in your preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
