Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix well. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, stirring until fully combined.
- Combine:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Gently fold in the diced apples and caramel sauce.
- Fill Muffin Cups:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- Make the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts (if using). Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the muffin batter.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Drizzle with Caramel:
- Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer them to a wire rack. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce while still warm.
- Serve:
- Enjoy your luscious caramel apple muffins warm or at room temperature!
Tips
- Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Apple Varieties: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for added flavor.
- Extra Caramel: For an indulgent treat, serve with extra caramel sauce on the side!
Enjoy these delicious muffins!