Vegan Apple Crumble Muffins: Warm, Spiced, and Perfect for Autumn

These vegan apple crumble muffins are the ultimate autumn treat! Soft, bakery-style muffins packed with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a buttery, crisp crumble. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and finished with a drizzle of icing sugar glaze, these muffins are perfect for cozy fall mornings or as a snack to share with friends. With their warm spices and tender apple pieces, these muffins will have your kitchen smelling like fall in no time!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
You’ll love these muffins for their perfect blend of warm spices, soft apple pieces, and crunchy crumble topping. They are simple to make, yet the result is incredibly satisfying. The addition of plant-based ingredients makes these muffins not only vegan-friendly but also light and flavorful. They’re the perfect treat for anyone craving a comforting, autumnal dessert or snack without the fuss.

Perfect Occasion:
These apple crumble muffins are ideal for a cozy fall baking session with friends, a weekend breakfast, or a sweet treat to accompany your afternoon coffee or tea. They’re great for sharing at brunch or bringing to a gathering, especially during the autumn months when apple-flavored treats are in full swing.

Decoration Tips:
For an extra beautiful finish, drizzle the muffins with a simple icing sugar glaze once they’ve cooled slightly. You can also sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top or add a few thin slices of apple for a decorative touch. Serve them warm for the best flavor and texture!

Ingredients (for 6 jumbo muffins):

For the Muffins:

• 220g plain flour
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¾ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp baking powder
• 55g vegan egg replacer (or 1 regular egg)
• 100ml plant-based milk (like almond or oat milk)
• ¾ tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• 85g melted vegan butter (or neutral oil)
• 100g brown sugar
• 75g white sugar (cane/caster)
• 125g coconut yogurt (or any vegan Greek-style yogurt)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 apple, peeled and chopped into 1cm cubes
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp maple syrup

For the Crumble Topping:

• 65g plain flour
• 1.5 tbsp caster/cane sugar
• 1.5 tbsp brown sugar
• 3 tbsp cold vegan butter

For the Icing:

• 80g icing sugar
• Water (to thin)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a jumbo muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Apples:
   Peel and chop the apple into small cubes (about 1cm). Toss the apple pieces with 1 tsp cinnamon and 2 tsp maple syrup, then set them aside.
3. Make the Crumble Topping:
   In a small bowl, combine the flour, caster sugar, and brown sugar. Add the cold vegan butter and use your fingertips to rub it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles wet sand. Set aside.
4. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the plant milk and lemon juice. Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle, creating a buttermilk-like consistency. Add the yogurt, brown sugar, white sugar, vegan egg replacer (or egg), and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
5. Sift in the Dry Ingredients:
   Sift the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon into the wet mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
6. Fold in the Apples:
   Gently fold the cinnamon-maple-coated apple pieces into the muffin batter.
7. Fill the Muffin Tin:
   Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups, filling them almost to the top. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each muffin.
8. Bake the Muffins:
   Bake at 200°C (392°F) for 10 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 180°C (356°F) and bake for an additional 15-16 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Add the Icing Glaze:
   In a small bowl, mix the icing sugar with a little water until you achieve a thick, pourable consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the muffins once they’ve cooled slightly.
10. Serve and Enjoy:
    Enjoy these muffins warm, with their crisp crumble topping and spiced apple filling!

Tips:

• For an extra boost of flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the batter.
• Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Enjoy your cozy autumn treat!