Go Back
Apple Oatmeal Muffins
Print

Easy Apple Oatmeal Muffin Recipe with Cinnamon

These easy apple oatmeal muffins are the perfect balance of cozy flavors and wholesome ingredients, making them an ideal choice for a quick breakfast, a snack, or a little midday pick-me-up. And with a delightful streusel topping, they’re as irresistible as they are simple to make. 
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients

Ingredients for Healthy Apple Muffins

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup old-fashioned oats ground into a flour in the food processor or blender
  • 1 tsp flaxseed ground
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or any regular sugar
  • 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk you can also use almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil melted - you could also use avocado oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups grated fresh apples - grating the apples works best but you could also use finely chopped apple

Ingredients for the Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup light or dark brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats old-fashioned or quick-cooking
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp butter at firm room temperature

Instructions

  • Preheat Your Oven - Set your oven to 400°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper muffin liners or lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • Mix the Dry Ingredients - In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, ground oats, flaxseed, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir everything together with a whisk to ensure it’s evenly distributed.
  • Prepare the Wet Ingredients - In a smaller mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, melted coconut oil, egg, honey, and grated apples until well blended.
  • Combine Wet and Dry - Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—a few lumps are perfectly fine.
  • Fill the Muffin Cups - Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin pan, filling each about three-quarters full.
  • Make the Streusel Topping - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, oats, and salt. Using a fork or pastry cutter, work the butter into the mixture until it forms coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of each muffin.
  • Bake and Cool - Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the muffins from the tin immediately and cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Tips for Success

  • Grating the Apples: Use a box grater to shred your apples finely, as this ensures they blend seamlessly into the batter and keep the muffins moist.  You could also use a food processor with a grater to accomplish this.
  • Customize It: Feel free to add chopped nuts, dried cranberries, raisins or even a handful of chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.  The crumb topping is optional but makes these muffins extra special!
  • Storage: These muffins store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage—just thaw and reheat before enjoying.