Norwegian Apple Muffins

Infused with warm spices and tender apple chunks, these Norwegian Apple Muffins offer a delicious taste of Scandinavian comfort. Perfectly balanced with a fragrant blend of cinnamon and cardamom, these muffins feature a moist, buttery crumb and bursts of sweet-tart apple in every bite. A hint of lemon brightens the flavors, while an optional sprinkle of pearl sugar gives them a delightful crunch and a touch of rustic charm. Ready in under an hour, these easy-to-make muffins are ideal for breakfast, a coffee break, or a light dessert. Pair them with a steaming cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate cozy indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 115 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 50 grams Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 120 milliliters Whole milk
• 2 medium Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Pearl sugar or coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the tin.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar mixture, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 6

In a small bowl, toss the diced apples with the lemon juice to prevent browning.

Step 7

Gently fold the diced apples into the muffin batter using a rubber spatula.

Step 8

Divide the batter equally among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Sprinkle the tops with pearl sugar or coarse sugar, if desired.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve the Norwegian Apple Muffins slightly warm or at room temperature. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1141.9 grams (1141.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3013

Total Fat 109.90g	141%
Saturated Fat 64.90g	325%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 638mg	213%
Sodium 2297mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 472.40g	172%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 261.70g
Protein 44.50g	89%

Vitamin D 137IU	683%
Calcium 368mg	28%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 1044mg	22%

*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: 32.4%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 61.8%