Zapisz Fragrant, spiced muffins bursting with juicy plums and topped with a buttery chai-infused crumble. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
I first made these Chai Plum Crumble Muffins for a cozy brunch with friends—everyone adored the warming spices and sweet plum pieces. They’re a staple whenever stone fruit is in season at my local market.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour (for muffins): 1 3/4 cups (220 g)
- Baking powder (for muffins): 1 tsp
- Baking soda (for muffins): 1/2 tsp
- Salt (for muffins): 1/2 tsp
- Ground cinnamon (for muffins): 1 tsp
- Ground ginger (for muffins): 1/2 tsp
- Ground cardamom (for muffins): 1/2 tsp
- Ground cloves (for muffins): 1/4 tsp
- Ground nutmeg (for muffins): 1/4 tsp
- Granulated sugar (for muffins): 2/3 cup (135 g)
- Light brown sugar (for muffins): 1/3 cup (70 g)
- Vegetable oil (for muffins): 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Eggs (for muffins): 2 large
- Vanilla extract (for muffins): 1 tsp
- Whole milk (for muffins): 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Fresh plums, pitted and chopped (for muffins): 1 1/4 cups (200 g)
- All-purpose flour (for chai crumble): 1/2 cup (65 g)
- Light brown sugar (for chai crumble): 1/4 cup (50 g)
- Ground cinnamon (for chai crumble): 1/2 tsp
- Ground ginger (for chai crumble): 1/4 tsp
- Ground cardamom (for chai crumble): 1/4 tsp
- Ground cloves (for chai crumble): 1/8 tsp
- Ground nutmeg (for chai crumble): 1/8 tsp
- Salt (for chai crumble): Pinch
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed (for chai crumble): 1/4 cup (55 g)
Instructions
- Prep muffin tin:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Combine wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine mixtures:
- Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently. Add the milk, then the remaining dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Add plums:
- Fold in the chopped plums.
- Divide batter:
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Prepare crumble:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, spices, and salt. Cut in the cold butter with a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add crumble topping:
- Sprinkle the chai crumble generously over each muffin.
- Bake muffins:
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool muffins:
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Zapisz When my family visits for Sunday breakfast, these muffins always disappear fastest. The kids love helping sprinkle the crumble on top before baking.
Required Tools
12-cup muffin tin, paper liners, mixing bowls, whisk, measuring cups, fork or pastry cutter, wire cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains gluten, eggs, and dairy. Verify store-bought chai blends for nut or soy traces.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 225. Total Fat: 9 g. Carbohydrates: 33 g. Protein: 3 g. Per muffin.
Zapisz Serve warm and enjoy every crumbly, fragrant bite—they're a treat sure to brighten your morning routine!
Najczęściej zadawane pytania dotyczące przepisów
- → Can I substitute other fruits for the plums?
Absolutely! Peaches or apples work well when plums are out of season, adding their own sweet, juicy flavor.
- → How do I make these muffins vegan?
Use non-dairy milk and replace the eggs with flaxseed meal (1 tbsp flaxseed plus 2.5 tbsp water per egg).
- → Is it necessary to use all the chai spices?
The blend of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg creates the signature flavor, but you can adjust based on what you have.
- → What is the best way to store these muffins?
Keep the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- → Can I use store-bought chai spice blends?
Yes, but be aware of potential allergen cross-contamination. Always check labels, especially for nut or soy warnings.
- → How do I know when the muffins are done?
A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. Baking time is usually 22–25 minutes at 375°F.