Cinnamon Apple Muffins

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly.

2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon until well combined.

3.In a separate medium bowl, mix the applesauce, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and fully incorporated.

4.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

5.Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

6.In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the tops of the muffins.

7.Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.

8.Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

9.Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins are perfect for breakfast or a flavorful snack, and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.