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Double Apple Crisp Streusel Muffins

October 20, 2015 by Kimberly Killebrew · 14 Comments

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double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

I love the texture sensation of chomping into a muffin with crunchy sweet crumblies on the top and a soft and chewy interior.

And simply nothing beats a rack of freshly baked muffins hot out of the oven!  These Double Apple Crisp Streusel Muffins are perfect for an on-the-go breakfast, a midday snack, or with a glass of milk before you head to bed.  Wonderful anytime of the year, the flavor and aroma of spicy cinnamon makes these especially perfect for this cool weather.

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

The concept for these muffins was born when I was at Walmart the other day and came across Yoplait’s special seasonal edition flavor, Apple Crisp.  I love adding yogurt to baked goods because it makes them so rich and moist, and when I saw this yogurt I immediately envisioned doubling up on the apple crisp flavor (because really, is there such a thing as too much?) by incorporating this yogurt with traditional apple crisp ingredients to create something luscious.  Double the apple crisp flavor – yes, please!

And they were a hit.  Every hand in our home grabbed one, devoured it (in this case the mouth, not the hand), and divided up the remaining two.

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

And you know me, most of the time my conscience forces me to turn these creations into healthier versions.  And so I did!

These wholesome, whole-grain muffins are packed with goodness, including 100% spelt (you can use whole wheat) flour, oats, fresh apples, and yogurt. Using the Apple Crisp-flavored yogurt allows you to cut back on the amount of sugar you use.  The yogurt and buttermilk soften the whole grain flour to give you that wonderful moist interior and then the sweet crunchy streusel topping takes these muffins to a new level.

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert
The next time you’re craving something sweet that you don’t have to feel too guilty about, whip up a batch of these.  An on-the-go version of your favorite apple crisp dessert, you can take these with you anywhere!

This recipe makes either 6 jumbo muffins (which is what I made) or 12 regular-sized muffins.

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert
Let’s get started!

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 6-cup jumbo muffin pan or a 12-cup regular muffin pan.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour with the salt, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon. Set aside.

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In a large mixing bowl beat together the eggs, brown sugar, oil and vanilla extract until combined.

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Next add the yogurt and beat until combined.

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Gradually stir in the flour mixture but don’t thoroughly combine.

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Stir in the oats and apples before the mixture is completely combined.  Be careful not to over-stir or the muffins will be heavy and dense.  The batter will be thick.

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Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling them just barely over the 3/4 full mark.

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Make the streusel topping: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and work with your fingers to make crumbles.

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Sprinkle the streusel over the muffins.

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

Bake on the middle rack for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.  Let the muffins sit for a couple of minutes before carefully removing them from the pan.

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

Enjoy while still warm!

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

double apple crisp streusel muffins recipe whole grain whole wheat spelt yogurt healthy breakfast dessert

Double Apple Crisp Streusel Muffins
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
25 mins
Total time
35 mins
 
: Kimberly Killebrew, www.daringgourmet.com
Serves: 6 jumbo or 12 regular muffins
Ingredients
  • 2 cups spelt flour (can substitute whole wheat but spelt is milder and bakes up more softly, I use and highly recommend it)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup oil (I use and recommend avocado oil or coconut oil - for this I used avocado)
  • 1 teaspoon quality pure vanilla extract
  • 2 x 6 ounce containers Yoplait Original Apple Crisp yogurt
  • 1 cup finely chopped apple, peel removed
  • ¼ cup old-fashioned oats
  • For the Streusel Topping:
  • ½ cup spelt flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup butter, at room temperature
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 6-cup jumbo muffin pan or a 12-cup regular muffin pan.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour with the salt, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl beat together the eggs, brown sugar, oil and vanilla extract until combined then add the yogurt. Gradually stir in the flour mixture then stir in the oats and apples before the mixture is completely combined. Be careful not to over-stir or the muffins will be heavy and dense.
  4. Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling them just barely over the ¾ full mark.
  5. Make the streusel topping: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and work with your fingers to make crumbles.
  6. Sprinkle the streusel over each muffin. Bake on the middle rack for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Let the muffins sit for a couple of minutes before carefully removing them from the pan.
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  1. Amanda says

    August 12, 2021 at 12:58 pm

    Do you have a particular Apple that you like to use in this recipe?

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      August 12, 2021 at 3:28 pm

      Hi Amanda, not really. Depending on what I’m making when I bake with apples I’ll use tart apples if there’s a lot of added sugar (like apple pie) or a sweeter apple if the baked good isn’t as sugar-heavy. There’s no right or wrong, just personal preference. Use what you already have on hand or whatever’s on sale and you won’t go wrong :)

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  2. Kim says

    July 5, 2019 at 10:56 am

    Do you suggest using whole wheat pastry flour in these muffins as a better alternative to whole wheat flour, if I ‘m not using spelt? It is the soft wheat variety. I am looking forward to making these. Gotta love crunchy Streusel topping!

    Reply
    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      July 5, 2019 at 7:20 pm

      Hi Kim, yes, whole wheat pastry flour is finer and will produce a lighter, softer crumb. Happy baking!

      Reply
  3. Christiane ~ Taking On Magazines says

    October 25, 2015 at 6:21 pm

    I’m with you; I love the crunchy topping on muffins. These look absolutely delicious.

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      October 25, 2015 at 7:21 pm

      Thanks, Christiane! My kids always eat the streusel first, then the rest of the muffin :)

      Reply
  4. Steph @ Steph in Thyme says

    October 24, 2015 at 6:51 pm

    Double the apple, double the fall fun!

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      October 24, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      We think alike, Steph! :)

      Reply
  5. cristina says

    October 24, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    Need to find me some spelt flour and avocado oil! Healthful ingredients in these beautiful muffins…and what’s not to love about streusel on a breakfast treat?!

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      October 24, 2015 at 8:36 pm

      My thoughts exactly, cristina! :)

      Reply
  6. Dorothy says

    October 22, 2015 at 5:34 am

    Not fair…I haven’t eaten breakfast yet!

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    • Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

      October 22, 2015 at 7:46 am

      Haha, Dorothy! If it makes you feel any better, I don’t have any left for breakfast either! :(

      Reply
  7. Michelle | A Latte Food says

    October 20, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Ooh apple muffins are so good this time of year! I love that you added yogurt in the batter too!

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  8. Annie @ Annie's Noms says

    October 20, 2015 at 10:28 am

    Streusel topping just makes everything awesome! These look divine, just a perfect way to start the day!

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