Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp (8g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp (12g) baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (115g) melted unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (225g) peeled and finely diced Granny Smith apples
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 1 tsp (2g) ground cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp (42g) cold unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a standard 12 cup muffin tin with paper liners. Note: The high heat is what creates the height.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, applesauce, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Stop when a few lumps remain to avoid a rubbery texture.
  5. Gently fold in the diced apples using a spatula. Note: Don't over stir or the apples will smash.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Top each with a generous pinch of the crumbled streusel mixture.
  7. Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 5 minutes. Do not open the oven door during this time.
  8. Reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) immediately. Bake for an additional 15–18 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.