Apple and yogurt muffins

Apple and yogurt muffins – a quick and delicious dessert

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 25-30 minutes
Total time: 40-45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins

Discover the pleasure of a fluffy and aromatic muffin, perfect for an energizing breakfast or a sweet snack during the day. Apple and yogurt muffins are an excellent choice as the yogurt gives them a soft and moist texture, while the apples add a touch of freshness and sweetness. Follow each step carefully and enjoy a perfect result!

Ingredients:

- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 7 g dry yeast or 25 g fresh yeast
- 100 g sugar (you can adjust to taste)
- 300 g natural yogurt
- 200 ml warm milk
- 2 large apples (preferably sweet-tart varieties)
- 2 eggs
- 100 ml sunflower oil
- 1 packet of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Cinnamon (optional, but recommended)

Preparation:

1. Start by activating the yeast. If using fresh yeast, dissolve 25 g of yeast in a small bowl with 100 ml of warm milk and a teaspoon of sugar. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until it becomes frothy. If using dry yeast, add it directly to the flour.

2. In a large bowl, sift 500 g of flour and add 100 g of sugar, a pinch of salt, and, if desired, a little cinnamon for extra flavor. Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the yeast mixture, yogurt, sunflower oil, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract.

3. Mix the ingredients with a spatula or your hands until you obtain a homogeneous dough. It should be soft and slightly sticky. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, until it doubles in volume.

4. While the dough rises, prepare the apples. Peel them, remove the core, and cut them into small cubes. You can add a splash of lemon juice to prevent browning.

5. After the dough has risen, add the apple cubes and gently mix to incorporate them. Preheat the oven to 180°C.

6. Prepare a muffin tin by greasing it with a little oil or using paper liners. Fill each compartment with dough, leaving a little space at the top to allow the muffins to rise.

7. Bake the muffins for 25-30 minutes, until they are golden and pass the toothpick test – it should come out clean.

8. Once the muffins are baked, let them cool on a rack. These apple and yogurt muffins are delicious both warm and at room temperature.

Serving suggestions and variations:

For a crunchy note, you can add chopped nuts or almonds to the dough. You can also substitute the apples with other fruits like peaches or blueberries, depending on the season. Serve the muffins with a drizzle of honey or fruit jam for added flavor. These muffins are perfect for a brunch with friends or as a healthy snack for kids.

Savor every bite of these apple and yogurt muffins and enjoy the simple and natural flavors of the ingredients!

 Ingredients: Dough ingredients: 300 g flour, 15 g fresh yeast, a pinch of salt, 50 g sugar, 20 g milk powder, 115 g water, 100 g milk, 40 g butter. Yogurt filling: 100 g plain yogurt, 30 g vanilla pudding powder (I used custard powder, which is the same thing). Apple filling: 300 g diced apples, 100 g sugar, a pinch of salt, 80 g water, 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice, 30 g starch + 30 g water, 15 g butter, I also added a bit of cinnamon.