Shredded Apple Delight Muffins with Apple Butter Swirl

The Shredded Apple Delight Muffins with Apple Butter Swirl are a true celebration of the apple harvest. These muffins offer the perfect blend of sweet, tart apples with the aromatic warmth of fall spices. The apple butter swirl adds a delightful twist, ensuring each muffin is moist and packed with flavor.

For the Muffins:

• 2 large Granny Smith apples, shredded
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
• 1 1/4 cups light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Apple Butter Swirl:

• 1/2 cup apple butter (or a mixture of applesauce, brown sugar, and cinnamon)

For the Topping:

• 2-3 tbsp cinnamon sugar (optional)

Baking Your Apple Muffins:

1. Prep the shredded apples and combine the dry ingredients.
2. Whisk together the melted butter and sugar, then incorporate the eggs, applesauce, and vanilla.
3. Blend in the dry ingredients and fold in the shredded apples.
4. Fill muffin tins halfway, add a dollop of apple butter, then top with more batter.
5. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and bake at a high temperature, then lower and finish baking.
6. Cool before serving.

These Shredded Apple Delight Muffins with Apple Butter Swirl are perfect for a cozy morning treat, a delightful snack, or a special dessert. Share this recipe with your loved ones to spread the joy of baking and bookmark our page for more inspiring recipes that celebrate the flavors of the season. Enjoy the delightful combination of apples and spices in these exquisite muffins!