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Apple Streusel Muffins

These vegan muffins are my 6-year-old dd's favorite! I adapted the recipe from Betty Crocker's New Cookbook.

4.5 · 2 reviewsRecipe card by Serah B.Editorial by recipesvibrant · Updated October 13, 2026
BreadsAppleFruitVeganLow CholesterolHealthy
Apple Streusel Muffins

Total time

35 min

Servings

12

Calories

183.2

Category

Quick Breads

These vegan Apple Streusel Muffins are the ultimate cozy treat. Featuring a moist, spiced sponge packed with fresh apple chunks and topped with a buttery, cinnamon-infused crumble, they are perfect for a healthy breakfast or an afternoon snack. Ready in under 35 minutes, these dairy-free and cholesterol-friendly muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

Makes 12 servings

  • 2 soy margarine
  • 1/4 all-purpose flour
  • 2 brown sugar
  • 1/4 ground cinnamon
  • 1 vanilla
  • 1/4 unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 apple
  • 1/4 whole wheat flour
  • 1 granulated sugar
  • 2 baking powder
  • 1/3 salt

Method

  1. Heat oven to 400. Line muffin pan with 12 baking cups.

  2. Prepare Streusel Topping by cutting margarine into flour, brown sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl using a pastry blender or crisscrossing two knives until crumbly. Set aside.

  3. Beat rice milk, oil, vanilla and applesauce in large bowl. Stir in shredded apple.

  4. Stir in flour, sugar, baking powder and salt all at once just until flour is moistened (batter will be lumpy).

  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle each with about 2 tsps of Streusel Topping.

  6. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from pan to wire rack.

Cook's notes

  • For the best texture, use a crisp baking apple like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Don't overmix the batter; folding until just combined keeps the muffins light and fluffy.
  • Use an ice cream scoop to ensure even distribution of batter into the muffin liners.

Easy swaps

  • Use gluten-free all-purpose flour if you have dietary restrictions.
  • Swap maple syrup for agave nectar or coconut sugar if preferred.
  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the streusel topping for extra crunch.

Frequently asked

Can I make these apple muffins gluten-free?

Yes, simply substitute the all-purpose flour with a high-quality 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.

Are these muffins really vegan?

Absolutely! This recipe uses plant-based milk and oil instead of dairy, making them 100% vegan and low in cholesterol.

How do I get the perfect crumbly topping?

The secret is to use cold vegan butter and work it into the dry ingredients with a fork until the mixture resembles coarse sand.

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