Apple Crunch Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon into mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with pastry blender until fine crumbs form.
3. 3
   Combine egg and milk.
4. 4
   Add to dry ingredients all at once stirring just enough to moisten.
5. 5
   Stir in apples. Spoon batter into paper-lined 2 1/2 inch muffin pan cups filling 2/3 full.
6. 6
   Sprinkle with nut crunch topping and bake in 375° oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
7. 7
   Serve hot with butter and homemade jelly or jam.