Apple Cheddar Muffins Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Cheddar Muffins

• 1/2 cup (113g) shortening
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• Unbleached Flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (100g) rolled oats
• Apple
• Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• Apples
• 2 tablespoons (30g) melted butter
• Cinnamon Sugar Mixture

How to Make Apple Cheddar Muffins

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) shortening and 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in 1 cup (100g) rolled oats, 1 cup (140g) shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup (60g) chopped pecans.
7. Gradually add 1/2 cup (120ml) milk, mixing until the batter is just moistened.
8. Peel and slice 1 medium apple (about 1 cup sliced).
9. Melt 2 tablespoons (30g) butter. Dip apple slices into the melted butter, then coat with 2 tablespoons of cinnamon-sugar mixture (1 tablespoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon).
10. Fill each muffin cup 2/3 full of batter. Press 1 apple slice into the top of each muffin.
11. Sprinkle the tops with remaining cinnamon-sugar.
12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.