Empire State Muffins

Take your taste buds on a journey to the heart of autumn with Empire State Muffins, a delightful treat bursting with the comforting flavors of New York state’s finest ingredients. These moist and tender muffins feature juicy diced Granny Smith apples, warming cinnamon, and a touch of rich maple syrup, perfectly balanced with a crunchy oat and turbinado sugar topping. Enhanced with the optional addition of earthy chopped walnuts, these homemade muffins offer a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty goodness. Quick to whip up with a prep time of just 20 minutes, they’re the ideal breakfast, snack, or dessert for cozy mornings or fall-inspired gatherings. Whether served fresh from the oven or saved for later, Empire State Muffins embody the perfect balance of flavor and texture, sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Perfect for apple lovers, fall baking enthusiasts, and fans of classic comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:22 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups light brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 0.75 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.25 cups rolled oats (for topping)
• 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and uniform.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apple and chopped walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to ensure a nice dome while baking.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix together the rolled oats and turbinado sugar. Sprinkle this mixture over the tops of each muffin for a crunchy texture.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm, or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy your Empire State Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1110.5 grams (1110.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3535

Total Fat 156.20g	200%
Saturated Fat 71.90g	360%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 651mg	217%
Sodium 2846mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 500.40g	182%
Dietary Fiber 16.30g	58%
Total Sugars 287.30g
Protein 56.80g	114%

Vitamin D 175IU	876%
Calcium 437mg	34%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 1177mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 55.1%