Apple Cinnamon Sugared Muffins From A Cake Mix Recipe

Transform a simple cake mix into irresistible Apple Cinnamon Sugared Muffins! This easy recipe uses your favorite yellow cake mix as a base, then gets boosted with the warm flavors of cinnamon and the sweetness of juicy apples. Perfect for a church bake sale, brunch, or a cozy morning treat, these muffins are moist, delicious, and generously coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping. Get ready to impress with minimal effort – these are addictive!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 37 mins
Calories 232.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Sugared Muffins From A Cake Mix

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box yellow cake mix
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups peeled and diced apples
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar

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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!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

11g

Carbs

10g

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