Warm, tender, and full of cozy spices—these Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt Muffins are everything I want in a fall breakfast. They strike the perfect balance between fluffy and moist, with juicy bits of apple tucked into every bite and a golden cinnamon-sugar top that makes them feel a little indulgent.
What I love about these muffins is how the Greek yogurt transforms the texture. It adds this subtle tang while locking in moisture, meaning they stay fresh for days. No dry crumbs here. Plus, the yogurt gives them a protein boost, making them a smarter choice for a morning bite or mid-afternoon snack.
Ingredients
1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 and 1/2 cups finely diced apples (Honeycrisp or Gala)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar for topping (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon for topping (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line or grease a 12-cup muffin pan.
2. Peel and finely dice the apples into small cubes.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
5. Gently stir dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. Fold in the diced apples gently.
7. Divide batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling about 3/4 full.
8. Optional: Mix sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over each muffin.
9. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
10. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
Use full-fat Greek yogurt for best texture and flavor.
Finely dice apples so they distribute evenly in the batter.
Don’t overmix the batter—this helps keep the muffins soft.