Apple Crunch Muffins

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 1/2 c. flour
• 1/2 c. brown sugar
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 c. butter
• 1 egg
• 3/4 c. milk
• 1 c. chopped apples

Topping:

• 1/4 c. brown sugar
• 1/4 c. chopped pecans
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

In a bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon; cut in butter to form crumbs. Add beaten egg, milk and apples to crumb mixture. Stir just until moistened. Spoon batter into paper-lined muffin cups. Fill 2/3 full. Topping: Mix topping and sprinkle on top. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes. Yield: 12 muffins