About This Recipe

• Difficulty: Easy (the hardest part is not eating the crumb topping before it hits the muffins)
• Flavor Profile: Warm, nutty graham flour with tart apple pockets and a sweet cinnamon‑sugar crown
• Best For: Brunches, potlucks, or any gathering where “just one” is never enough
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 2–3 days, or freeze for up to a month
• Special Ingredient: Graham flour (find yours at Made From RI)

A Nostalgic Ramble

There are certain smells that, once they hit your nose, transport you instantly back to a time you didn’t even know you remembered. Apple, cinnamon, and that faintly nutty graham flour aroma … why, it’s practically the olfactory equivalent of a Norman Rockwell painting.

And here’s the thing: muffins like these aren’t meant for solitude. They’re meant for a group … neighbors dropping by, kids tumbling in from the yard, or that one uncle who insists he’s “just stopping in for coffee” but somehow manages to eat three.

So, dear reader, I present to you not just a recipe, but a ritual. A ritual of patience, temptation, and the inevitable triumph of warm, buttered muffin in hand … shared with a crowd that will demolish a dozen before you can say “crumb topping.”

Ingredients

Muffin Batter

• 1 cup graham flour (find yours at Made From RI)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil)
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup plain yogurt (or buttermilk)
• 1 ½ cups diced apple (firm, tart varieties like Cortland or Granny Smith)

Crumb Topping

• ½ cup graham flour
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 3 tbsp cold butter, cubed

Method

1. Prepare the oven & tins
   Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with papers or grease lightly.

2. Mix the dry ingredients
   Whisk graham flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

3. Cream the butter & sugars
   Beat butter, brown sugar, and honey until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.

4. Combine wet & dry
   Add dry mixture to wet in three parts, alternating with yogurt. Fold in diced apples gently.

5. Make the crumb topping
   Mix graham flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.

6. Assemble & bake
   Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle with crumb topping. Bake 20–25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

7. Cool & serve
   Rest 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a rack. Serve warm, with butter or maple syrup.

Recipe Card

Graham Flour Apple Coffee Cake Muffins

• Yield: 12 muffins
• Prep: 20 minutes
• Bake: 20–25 minutes
• Total: ~45 minutes

Best enjoyed warm, with friends, and preferably with a second cup of coffee.

Tips & Tricks for the Hungry Horde

• Double it up: This recipe makes 12 muffins, but if you’re feeding a group, double it. Trust me, they’ll vanish faster than you can say “Granny Smith.”
• Serve with style: Pile them high in a basket lined with gingham cloth. It’s rustic, it’s charming, and it makes people think you’ve got your life together.
• Variations: Swap in pears for apples, or toss in cranberries for a tart surprise.
• The Disappearing Act: Don’t be alarmed when the crumb topping mysteriously thins out before serving. Someone always sneaks a few crumbs.
• Pair with Drinks: Hot coffee, warm apple cider, or cider with a splash of bourbon for the bold.
• Brunch Spread: Serve alongside scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, or a platter of sharp cheddar and sliced pears.

Suggested Playlist

Because muffins taste better with the right soundtrack:

1. “Moondance” – Van Morrison
2. “Come Away With Me” – Norah Jones
3. “The Sound of Silence” – Simon & Garfunkel
4. “American Pie” – Don McLean
5. “Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond

Epilogue

And there you have it: Graham Flour Apple Coffee Cake Muffins, made for sharing. They’re not just muffins … they’re a time machine, a reminder of kitchens past, of childhood impatience, and of the eternal truth that the first muffin out of the oven is always the best.

And if you’re wondering where to get that all-important graham flour, you can pick it up right here at Made From RI … stone-ground, velvety, and perfect for baking.

About Made From RI

Made From RI is more than an online shop … it’s a celebration of Rhode Island’s artisans, artists, and iconic products. From stone-ground flours and maritime photography to blown glass, ceramics, and custom gifts, everything we offer is rooted in the Ocean State’s creative spirit.

Whether you’re looking for locally milled graham flour for your next baking adventure or a handcrafted ornament for your holiday table, Made From RI curates the best of what Rhode Island makes … with heart, heritage, and a touch of salt air.

Explore their full collection at www.MadeFromRI.com and discover the stories behind each product. Free shipping is available on qualifying orders, and their team is based right in South Kingstown, RI … just a stone’s throw from the farms and orchards that inspired this very recipe.