1- Getting started with Apple Donut Mini Muffins is as easy as preheating your oven, and this guide walks you through each part. Begin by setting your oven to 375°F and lightly spraying a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray to avoid any sticking issues. It’s a quick process that fits into a busy schedule, taking just about 30 minutes from start to finish.

2- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated white sugar, 1 ¾ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon nutmeg until everything blends smoothly. This step ensures your dry ingredients mix well, setting the base for fluffy muffins. Next, cut in ⅓ cup cubed unsalted butter at room temperature using a pastry cutter or fork until it’s fully incorporated, giving the batter a nice texture.

3- In another bowl, whisk together 1 large egg, ¼ cup milk, and ½ cup grated apple to create your wet mixture peeling the apple first helps for a smoother result. Pour this into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Use a cookie scoop to add about 2 teaspoons of batter into each of the 24 wells in your mini muffin pan, making portioning simple and even.

4- Bake the muffins for 10-12 minutes or until they’re just golden, filling your kitchen with that irresistible cinnamon scent. While they bake, melt ½ cup unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl and mix ¼ cup granulated white sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon in another bowl for the coating. Once the muffins cool a bit, dip each one in the melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar to finish them off. For a fun twist, try serving them with variations like those in our pesto macaroni and cheese recipe for creative meal ideas.