Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins Recipe - Vegan in the Freezer (2024)

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Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins are topped with a slightly crunchy cinnamon topping. It is like a cap of streusel,but it doesn't require anyof the extra work.

I love when you can go and pick apples by the bushel. Truly! We used to live within a couple of miles ofApple Hill in California.

When apple season began, I would start picking up a bushel of this and a bushel of that.

By the end of the season, there were quite a few pints and quarts of apples all canned up for the year.


Countless pies, candies, cookies, and muffins had been served to others and myself.

This recipe didn't exist then, but it does now, and I hope you will add it to your collection. It really isthat good!

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How to make amazing muffins

  • This recipe makes 18 nice big muffins. I used muffin tin liners for neat and easy removal.
  • To a large bowl, add the dry ingredients - flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Mix well.
  • Cut in the shortening with a pastry cutter. I always use my fingers when I get close to the end - I pinch and roll with my fingers and thumb. This gets a great mixture that resembles crumbs. Set aside.
  • Make your chia egg and set aside. You can also use flax seed for the egg substitute.
  • Peel, core, and grate the apple and set aside.
  • Mix the dairy-free milk and chia egg together.
  • Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • Fold in the grated apple.
  • Evenly spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins.
  • Bake at 375° for 25 minutes.
  • Take the muffins out of the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  • During this time, mix the cinnamon and sugar and set aside.
  • Melt the butter and put it in a narrower, deeper bowl than a cereal bowl. This way, you can dunk the muffin top straight down into the butter and then lift.
  • Dip each top into the butter and then roll the top in the cinnamon mixture.
  • Set aside on a rack to cool completely.

I usedStone Ground Organic Whole Wheat Flour in this recipe, which worked great!

You can use whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour, too.

Just follow the Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins recipe,and you will have some amazing muffins.

They are easy to make and as good as any specialty bakery goods out there.

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Can you freeze apple crisp muffins

So easily!

Baked goods seem to be made for freezing.

IF FREEZING:

After they have cooled, you may freeze them in any of the methods shown in my article How to Prepare Food for the Freezer.
They defrost quickly, so it really doesn't take any planning.

Just take them out of the freezer and set them in the refrigerator. You can even set them on a platter if you serve them for breakfast or a treat in about an hour.

That was a great bite! After I finished my photography - I finished one of my Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins.

Now, you can make these beautiful muffins, and people will think you're a five-star baker.

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Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins

Ginny McMeans

Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins are topped with a slightly crunchy cinnamon topping.

4.24 from 21 votes

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Muffins

Servings 16 Muffins

Calories 277 kcal

Ingredients

Muffins:

  • 3 cups Stone Ground Whole Wheat Flour
  • 1 ½ cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup organic shortening
  • 1 tablespoon chia egg which is 1 chia flour and 3 Tablespoons water, directions below
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1 granny smith apple, peeled and grated (at the last minute)

Topping used after the muffins are baked:

  • ¼ cup dairy-free butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  • Add muffin liners to 18 muffin cups

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  • To a large bowl add the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Mix well.

    Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins Recipe - Vegan in the Freezer (5)

  • Cut in the shortening with a pastry cutter. I always use my fingers when I get close to the end - I pinch and roll with my fingers and thumb. This gets a great mixture that resembles crumbs. Set aside.

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  • Make your chia egg and set aside. - A chia egg is actually made with chia seed meal/flour not the bare seed. The way you make meal/flour is by grinding the chia seed in a processor such as one for your coffee beans or a spice grinder. I use mine to strictly grind seeds so that I do not mix flavors. Grind until it is a fine meal. I do about 4 ounces at a time and keep it in a little freezer safe canning jar - in the freezer. When I need a Tablespoon or so it is all ready to go.

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  • Peel and grate the apple and set aside.

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  • Add the almond milk and chia egg together.

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  • Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients stirring until just combined.

  • Fold in the grated apple.

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  • Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins.

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  • Bake at 375° for 25 minutes.

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  • Take the muffins out of the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

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  • During this time mix the cinnamon and sugar and set aside.

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  • Melt the butter and put in a narrower deeper bowl than a cereal bowl. This way you can dunk the muffin top straight down into the butter and then lift.

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  • Dip each top into the butter and then roll the top in the cinnamon mixture.

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  • Set aside, on a rack, to cool completely.

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Notes

Baked goods seem to be made for freezing.

IF FREEZING:

After they have cooled you may freeze them in any of the methods shown in my article How to Prepare Food for the Freezer.
They defrost quickly so it really doesn't take any planning.

Just take them out of the freezer and set in the refrigerator. You can even set them on a platter if you are serving them for breakfast or a treat in about an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1MuffinCalories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 190mgPotassium: 144mgFiber: 2gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 140IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 0.9mg

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  1. Ginny McMeans

    Any shortening will work Tiffany.

  2. Sarah

    Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins Recipe - Vegan in the Freezer (21)
    I used vegan butter and they were fine. They probably crumbled more, but I hardly noticed bc they are so delicious.

  3. Sarah

    I also used oat milk.

  4. Lindsay

    Cinnamon Apple Crisp Muffins Recipe - Vegan in the Freezer (22)
    I just made a batch of these and WOW they are absolutely delicious! Perfect texture and the flavor is amazing. This will definitely be a staple recipe for my family!

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FAQs

Is it better to freeze apple crisp before or after baking? ›

You can choose to freeze the apple crisp from the prepared & unbaked stage or you can bake it and then freeze it. I prefer to freeze it unbaked so that the topping doesn't get over browned. Once you've assembled the crisp, wrap it in two layers of aluminum foil and mark it with the date you assembled it.

How do you reheat frozen apple crisp? ›

This apple crisp is best enjoyed fresh, but if necessary, you can bake it, let it cool completely, cover well with layers of plastic wrap, and freeze for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating and serving. To reheat, bake covered at 350°F for 20 minutes, or until heated through.

How do you store leftover apple crisp? ›

Once the crisp has cooled, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to three days. If there is only a small amount of crisp left, transfer it to a small airtight container. Enjoy the leftovers reheated in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven, the heat will crisp up the topping nicely.

Why does my apple crisp get soggy? ›

The choice of apple you use in the crisp can affect how watery it may turn out. Choose a baking apple like Granny Smith or pippin, not Red Delicious. Also, make sure you use a thickener like flour or corn starch.

Why is my apple crisp soggy? ›

Not enough butter, and your topping will be a dry, floury mess. Too much butter and your topping will become a greasy blob or disappointingly soggy. Some recipes will ask you to cut in cold butter along with your dry ingredients, resulting in pea-size pieces that are sprinkled across the hot fruit filling.

Can you make apple crisp ahead of time and reheat? ›

From the brown sugar crumble topping to the cinnamon coated tender apples underneath, it is the kind of dessert that you can count on to be a crowd pleaser. And one of the best things about this sweet treat is how it can easily be made ahead and how great the leftovers are when reheated.

What kind of apples are best for apple crisp? ›

What Makes A Good Apple For Apple Crisp? The best apples for baking keep their structure under heat, which prevents the chunks of fruit from turning into mush after baking. The firm and crisp Granny Smith and Honeycrisp varieties are popular apples to use in apple pies and apple crisps.

What are the best apples for baking apple crisp? ›

When it comes to finding the best apple for your crisp, go with a crisp, tart variety that stands up well to baking, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Or, go for it – try mixing the two together if you've got both on hand. Golden Delicious is another great choice for crisp hausarbeit schreiben lassen kosten.

Does apple crisp freeze well? ›

This apple crisp recipe can be prepped and frozen for up to 9 months — when you're ready to enjoy it, just pop it into a hot oven, straight from the freezer. It'll be ready to serve in about an hour. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and your'll be in apple crisp heaven.

What's the difference between apple crumble and apple crisp? ›

Like an apple crisp, an apple crumble is a baked fruit dessert with a layer of topping. But unlike the crisp, the crumble topping rarely includes oats or nuts. Instead, a crumble's topping is more like streusel, made with flour, sugar and butter.

How long can you keep apple crisp in freezer? ›

Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then warm in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Gluten Free Apple Crisp: Substitute Gluten-free flour and oats.

Does freezing apples change the texture? ›

The texture of the apple, will be altered by freezing, leaving the flesh spongier than that of a fresh apple. That change in texture, doesn't affect cooking and baking applications. The freezing method will depend on how they'll be used later. Peeled, cored and sliced apples can be used later in any cooked recipe.

How long can apple crisp stay in the fridge before baking? ›

You can prepare the crisp through step 3, then cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day before baking. You can also freeze the unbaked crisp for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then continue with step 4. Bake time will be a little longer since the crisp will be cold.

Are apples better after a freeze? ›

If the cold temperature was for only a few hours one night, the fruit is likely to recover. With longer time periods or repeated exposures, the fruit will sustain more damage, and even if it looks ok, it will not keep well and should be used or processed as soon as possible.

Can you freeze apples before baking? ›

Open freeze the apple pieces until solid, then transfer to a food bag. If you want to cook with them, heat oven to 190C/fan 170/gas 5. Tip the fruit into an ovenproof dish and bake for around 15 mins or until the fruit is starting to soften. Add the other ingredients and continue with your recipe.

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