Apple crumb spice muffins

Step 1

In small bowl, stir together brown sugar, flour, 1/4 tsp (1 mL) each cinnamon and nutmeg; stir in 2 tsp (10 mL) oil just until mixed. Set aside.

Step 2

In large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and nutmeg, salt, baking soda and ginger. Core apples; chop into pieces no larger than 1/2-inch (1 cm).

Step 3

In medium bowl, whisk together eggs, yogurt and oil until blended; pour over flour mixture just until combined. Fold in apples until evenly distributed. Spoon batter into lightly greased muffin cups. Sprinkle with brown sugar mixture.

Step 4

Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven until deep golden brown and toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes.

Step 5

Let stand for 5 minutes before removing from pan. Serve warm or cool completely on rack. (Stored in airtight container for a couple of days.)