Caramel Apple Scone Muffins (Printer View)
Soft scone-inspired muffins with diced apples and caramel glaze, ideal for breakfast or a sweet treat any time.
# Components:
→ For the Muffins
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 1 1/2 cups peeled and diced tart apple
→ For the Caramel Glaze
11 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 2 tablespoons whole milk
14 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
15 - Pinch of salt
16 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly blended.
03 - Add cold cubed butter. Use a pastry cutter or fork to work butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Beat eggs, milk, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl. Pour wet mixture over dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Gently fold diced tart apple into batter to distribute evenly.
06 - Divide thick batter equally among prepared muffin cups.
07 - Bake 20 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for five minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
09 - Place brown sugar, butter, and milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly, bringing to a simmer until sugar dissolves, about two minutes.
10 - Remove saucepan from heat. Mix in vanilla extract and salt, then whisk in sifted powdered sugar until smooth.
11 - Drizzle warm caramel glaze over cooled muffins. Let glaze set for ten minutes before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Every bite is packed with apple flavor and sweet caramel glaze
- Easy to make and great for breakfast or snacking
02 -
- You can add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch
- Using tart apples balances the sweetness of the caramel
03 -
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender
- Let the caramel glaze set before serving for the perfect finish