Best 4 Apple Vanilla Mini Muffins With Cider Glaze Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our tantalizing Apple Vanilla Mini Muffins, perfectly complemented by a sweet and tangy Cider Glaze. These bite-sized treats are bursting with the essence of autumn, featuring a moist and tender crumb infused with the aroma of apples and vanilla. Each muffin is adorned with a drizzle of luscious Cider Glaze, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you to an orchard on a crisp autumn day. This recipe also includes variations for a delectable Apple Cinnamon flavor and a wholesome Gluten-Free version, ensuring that everyone can enjoy these irresistible treats. Whether you're hosting a cozy brunch, preparing snacks for a tailgate party, or simply craving a sweet treat, these Apple Vanilla Mini Muffins with Cider Glaze are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the bounty of the fall harvest.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CIDER-GLAZED MINI APPLE MUFFINS



Cider-Glazed Mini Apple Muffins image

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Yield Makes 12 mini muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

For muffins
1/4 cup walnuts
1/2 Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apple
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons unpasteurized apple cider
1 large egg
For cider glaze
2 cups unpasteurized apple cider
2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Make muffins:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. and grease twelve 1/8-cup mini-muffin cups (about 1 3/4 inches across top and 3/4 inch deep).
  • Lightly toast walnuts and chop fine. Core and peel apple and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Into a bowl sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. In a saucepan melt butter and stir in brown sugar. Remove pan from heat. Whisk cider and egg into butter mixture until smooth and add to flour mixture, stirring until combined well. Stir in walnuts and apple. Divide batter among muffin cups and bake 15 minutes, or until golden.
  • Make glaze while muffins are baking:
  • In a 2-quart saucepan boil cider 15 minutes, or until reduced to about 1/2 cup, and pour through a sieve lined with 4 layers of cheesecloth to remove sediment. Return cider to cleaned pan and add sugar. Simmer mixture, stirring, until syrupy, about 5 minutes. While muffins are still warm, with a wooden pick make several holes in top of each muffin. Brush warm glaze over muffins several times until absorbed.

DOUBLE-DUTY APPLESAUCE MINI MUFFINS



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Children reach with both hands for these buttery tender mini muffins. Cinnamon-spiced and made with applesauce, they're easy to bake on a moment's notice. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup reserved Double-Duty Heavenly Applesauce or other cinnamon applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in applesauce and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Add to creamed mixture; stir just until moistened., Fill paper-lined mini-muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For topping, in a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Dip tops of warm muffins in melted butter, then in cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MINIATURE APPLE MUFFINS



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Just the right amount of spice and a sprinkling of raisins give these bite-size muffins the robust flavor of an old-fashioned apple cake.

Provided by SPLENDA® Sweeteners

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Time 27m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 14

¾ cup SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, Granulated
1 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons molasses
2 large eggs
⅓ cup apple juice concentrate, thawed
2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon peel
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup peeled, shredded fresh apple
⅔ cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray miniature muffin pans with vegetable cooking spray; set aside.
  • Beat SPLENDA® Granulated Sweetener, butter, and molasses at medium speed of an electric mixer 1 minute or until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until blended after each addition; add apple juice concentrate and lemon peel, beating until blended.
  • Combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, soda, and salt; add to SPLENDA® Granulated Sweetener mixture, beating on low speed just until blended. Stir in apple, oats, and raisins.
  • Spoon batter into prepared pans; filling three-fourths full. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 23.9 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 108.8 mg, Sugar 3 g

GLAZED APPLE STREUSEL MUFFINS



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I was looking for something warm to make for my daughter before school on a rainy morning. So I jazzed up a boxed muffin mix with a chopped apple, walnuts, brown sugar and a fast-to-fix vanilla glaze. The tasty results really hit the spot. -Elizabeth Calabrese, Yucaipa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (6-1/2 ounces) apple cinnamon muffin mix
1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons brown sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter, melted
GLAZE:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Prepare muffin mix according to package directions; fold in apple. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, brown sugar, flour and butter; sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. , In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough milk to achieve desired consistency; drizzle over warm muffins. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Try using a mix of sweet and tart apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady.
  • Be sure to peel and core the apples before grating them. This will help to prevent the muffins from becoming too dense.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the muffins tough.
  • Fill the muffin cups only about 2/3 full. This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will usually take about 20-25 minutes.
  • While the muffins are baking, make the cider glaze. This is a simple glaze that adds a delicious sweetness and tartness to the muffins.
  • Once the muffins are baked, let them cool for a few minutes before glazing them. This will help the glaze to set.

Conclusion:

These apple vanilla mini muffins with cider glaze are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tart glaze that takes them over the top. Whether you are serving them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these muffins are sure to be a hit.

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