Best 7 Upside Down Apple Cinnamon Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked Upside-Down Apple Cinnamon Muffins, a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and a hint of caramel. These muffins possess a moist and fluffy crumb, perfectly complemented by a delectable caramelized apple topping. With their inviting appearance and irresistible taste, these muffins are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

This recipe offers two variations to cater to your taste preferences. The Classic Upside-Down Apple Cinnamon Muffins provide a timeless flavor combination that never disappoints. But if you seek a more decadent indulgence, the Caramel Apple Upside-Down Apple Cinnamon Muffins are your perfect choice. With a luscious caramel sauce drizzled over the caramelized apples, these muffins elevate the classic recipe to a new level of deliciousness.

In addition to the two main recipes, this article also includes a bonus recipe for Apple Cider Muffins, a warm and cozy treat infused with the essence of autumn. These muffins are bursting with the flavors of apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, making them the perfect accompaniment to a crisp fall day.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're in for a delightful treat. With their easy-to-follow instructions and readily available ingredients, these muffin recipes promise a hassle-free baking experience. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible allure of Upside-Down Apple Cinnamon Muffins and their variations.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

UPSIDE DOWN APPLE CINNAMON MUFFINS



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For the Make It Healthier tag game, I lightened up MsSally's"Recipe #277875, #277875", by using low fat yogurt, skim milk, eliminating the vegetable shortening, and adding apples. This would be good with peaches or apricots, too.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Breads

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 apples, peeled and cut into little pieces
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons skim milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375º.
  • Generously spray 12 muffin tins.
  • Mix together the 4 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon; sprinkle less than a teaspoon of this mixture into each tin.
  • Reserve rest for layering in the batter.
  • Stir together apple and honey.
  • Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the apple mixture into each muffin cup.
  • In a medium size bowl, lightly spoon flour into measuring cups, and level with a knife.
  • Combine flour and the next 3 ingredients (flour through salt) in this bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  • Make a well in center of flour mixture.
  • In another medium size bowl, combine the yogurt, butter, milk, and egg in a bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  • Add yogurt mixture to flour mixture, stirring just until moist.
  • It will be thick.
  • Spoon half the batter into each tin, sprinkle on some reserved cinnamon sugar, and top with remaining batter.
  • Top with the reserved cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake at 375º for 20 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for 15 minutes.
  • Flip the pan onto a wire rack WITHOUT removing the pan immediately.
  • Even if the apples do stay in the pan, simply spoon them onto the top of the muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 26.6, Sodium 176.4, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 19.6, Protein 3.1

APPLE-CINNAMON MUFFIN TOPS



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Whether you can't get enough of the very best part of the muffin or you're craving a fall-inspired flavor combo, this recipe is for you. Apples and cinnamon are a match made in muffin-top heaven in this simple recipe. Just combine diced fresh apple with Betty Crocker™ Cinnamon Muffin Tops Mix, bake, top with a cream cheese glaze and cinnamon, and enjoy! We love these for brunch or a sweet after-dinner treat.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box (13.4 oz) Betty Crocker™ Cinnamon Muffin Tops Mix
Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on muffin tops box
3/4 cup peeled and diced apple (about 1 small apple)
Ground cinnamon, as desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F (375°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line large cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper; set aside.
  • In medium bowl, stir muffin tops mix, water, oil and egg just until blended (batter will be thick). Stir in apple.
  • Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto lined cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 13 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely before drizzling.
  • Squeeze pouch of glaze (from box) about 15 seconds (do not microwave). Cut off tip of 1 corner of pouch. Drizzle glaze over muffin tops. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Muffin Top, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY APPLE CINNAMON MUFFINS



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A really easy apple cinnamon muffin recipe.

Provided by Mindy

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Apple Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 egg
⅓ cup milk
2 apples - peeled, cored and chopped
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup butter, cubed
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease six muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Stir together 1 1/2 cup flour, 3/4 cup sugar, salt, baking powder and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix in oil, egg and milk. Fold in apples. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling to the top of the cup.
  • In a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon. Mix together with fork and sprinkle over unbaked muffins.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean.

UPSIDE-DOWN CARAMEL-APPLE MUFFINS



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I've never been much of a muffin maker. If I'm going to bake, I'd prefer to make a whole cake. But there is one kind of muffin that I heartily embrace - an upside-down fruit muffin. Its small, individual size encourages the fruit to condense and caramelize as it bakes. Then, when you unmold the muffin, the fruit transforms into a glistening crown of an irresistible sticky topping.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 apples about 1 1/2 pounds, peeled, cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
Pinch kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted optional
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir together the apples, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 8 tablespoons butter and pinch salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, about 15 minutes. Distribute the apple slices among the muffin cups. Add walnuts, if using, on top of the apple slices.
  • To make the muffins, in a large bowl, whisk together flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together 8 tablespoons butter, eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and fold together until smooth. Distribute the batter on top of the apples. Bake until the muffins are slightly puffed, about 20 to 22 minutes.
  • Allow the muffins to cool partly in the pan; turn onto a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 334, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 166 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 1 gram

APPLE CINNAMON MUFFINS



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Late September is a great time to enjoy the harvest from local apple orchards. Our city hosts the annual Applejack Festival, which draws thousand to try various apple specialties. These apple cinnamon muffins are one of my favorites. -Judi Klee, Nebraska City, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons applesauce
1 medium tart apple, peeled and grated
TOPPING:
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold butter
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 cup finely chopped nuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, oil and applesauce. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apple. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. For topping, combine brown sugar and flour. cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in oats and nuts. Sprinkle over muffins. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

UPSIDE-DOWN CARAMEL APPLE MUFFINS



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I've made these a couple different times and they have been an absolute hit - like a there-were-none-left hit. Soft and tender apples covered in a caramel glaze are the stars of this show! Haven't tried it yet, but vanilla ice cream probably wouldn't be a bad idea!

Provided by Benjamin Ray Cummings

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Apple Muffin Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 baking apples, peeled and sliced
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
1 pinch salt
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon apple pie spice
¼ teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted
¾ cup applesauce
3 tablespoons buttermilk
1 egg, lightly beaten
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir apples, brown sugar, butter, and salt in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and syrupy, about 30 minutes. Stir in walnuts.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin; divide apple mixture among muffin cups.
  • Whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, apple pie spice, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Make a small well in the center and set aside.
  • Combine butter, applesauce, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into the well in the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; batter should be lumpy. Pour batter over apple mixture in the muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of each muffin. Carefully flip pan onto a serving platter; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 256.2 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN MUFFINS



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These muffins have just about everything! Very healthy and YUMMY!

Provided by Andrea

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (10 ounce) can pineapple slices in juice, drained
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
½ cup regular rolled oats
¾ cup whole wheat flour
¾ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 eggs
½ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup canola oil
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 cup grated carrot
¾ cup raisins
¼ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups. Stack the pineapple slices and cut them into 6 wedges. Set aside.
  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of brown sugar into the bottom of each muffin cup. Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of walnuts over the sugar, and then place two wedges of pineapple into each cup. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the oats, whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, canola oil, pineapple juice and vanilla. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry just until moistened. Fold in the crushed pineapple, carrot, raisins and walnuts. Spoon evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake the muffins until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 20 minutes. While the muffins are still hot, loosen the edges from the pan using a small knife and invert onto a serving tray so that the pineapple is on top. Serve upside-down while still warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 207.5 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, firm apples: This will ensure that the apples hold their shape and don't turn to mush during baking. Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn are all good choices.
  • Slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too thick and chewy.
  • Use a combination of brown and white sugar: Brown sugar adds a rich, molasses-like flavor, while white sugar helps to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in tough, dense muffins. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy crust and a tender, fluffy interior.
  • Serve the muffins warm with butter or ice cream: This is the best way to enjoy their delicious flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Upside-down apple cinnamon muffins are an easy and delicious treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their tender, fluffy crumb, sweet and cinnamony apples, and crispy caramel topping, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying treat, give these upside-down apple cinnamon muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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