Contributed to the echo by: Jean Hores Originally from: BETTER BAKING Hot Apple Muffins TOPPING: To prepare the topping, core and peel the apples, keeping them whole. Cut each one into 4 to 5 thick rings. Mix the sugar and cinnamon together and coat the apple rings. Reserve. MUFFIN: Sift together the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. In another bowl beat the eggs, add the milk and melted butter. Stir the liquid very quickly into the flour mixture do not beat and do not worry about lumps. Speed is essential. Fold in the chopped apples. Fill 24 (5in.) greased muffins tins or paper cases, filled to one-third, and put one cinnamon apple ring on each muffin. Bake in a preheated hot oven 425F, for 15 to 25 minutes, until cooked. Remove from tins and serve hot. Servings: 24