Cinnamon Apple Streusel Muffins (lowfat)

These are yummy--the streusel is inside the muffin, not on top.

1 3/4 cup flour

1/3 cup sugar

2 tsp baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 large egg, beaten

3/4 cup apple juice, cider, or milk

1 large apple, peeled and chopped

1 teaspoon vanilla

1/4 cup vegetable oil

Topping:

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

4 tablespoons flour

2 teaspoons cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a 12 count muffin tin or line with paper baking cups.

2. Prepare topping--mix sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Set aside.

3. To make the muffin batter, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

4. In a medium bowl, mix together teh egg, apple juice/milk, apple, vanilla, and oil. Add to dry ingredients and stir until moistened.

4. Fill each muffin cup with about a tablespoon batter, then sprinkle about a teaspoon of streusel topping over. Fill muffin cups with the remaining batter.

5. Bake for about 20 minutes or until centers are set. Cool on a rack.