Apple Walnut Jumbo Muffins

Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, or 190 degrees Celsius. Next, prepare the muffin tin by spraying it with cooking spray or lining it with muffin liners.

To create the muffins, combine 1 ¼ cups of sugar, ½ cup of softened butter, a hint of vanilla, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer to blend these ingredients until they become light and airy, almost like whipped cream.

Now, incorporate eggs one at a time into the mixture, blending each egg fully before adding the next. This will help to create a smooth and even texture.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups of flour, baking powder, and a dash of cinnamon. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Next, fold in the chopped apples and walnuts into the mixture. This will add natural sweetness and texture to your muffins.

Prepare the cinnamon crumble topping by combining ¼ cup of sugar, 3 tablespoons of flour, and 2 tablespoons of cubed butter in a medium bowl. Add a pinch of cinnamon to the mixture and blend until crumbly, using a pastry blender or two butter knives.

Finally, sprinkle the cinnamon crumble topping lightly over the muffins before baking. Place the muffins in the preheated oven and bake until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 30 minutes. If necessary, cover the muffins with foil to prevent over-browning.

Once baked, remove the muffins from the tin and let them cool on a wire rack. This will help to set their shape and make them easier to handle.