Apple Cinnamon Sugared Muffins From A Cake Mix Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Sugared Muffins From A Cake Mix

• 1 (15.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• All Purpose Flour
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup canola oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (plus 1 teaspoon for topping)
• 2 cups peeled and diced apples
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ cup granulated sugar

How to Make Apple Cinnamon Sugared Muffins From A Cake Mix

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
3. In a large bowl, combine one 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup milk, ½ cup canola oil, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
4. Mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
5. Gently fold in 2 cups peeled and diced apples.
6. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling each about ⅔ full.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from oven and let cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. While muffins cool, prepare the cinnamon-sugar topping: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
10. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
11. Dip the top of each cooled muffin into the melted butter, then into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, ensuring it's lightly coated.
12. Gently shake off any excess and serve. Enjoy with your morning coffee!