2 1/2 c. all purpose flour
2 c. sugar
1 tbsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 c. solid pumpkin
1/2 c. vegetable oil
2 c. peeled, finely chopped apples
Streusel Topping (recipe follows)

In a large bowl, combine first 5 ingredients; set aside. In medium bowl, combine eggs, pumpkin, and oil. Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in apples. Spoon batter into greased or paper lined muffin cups, filling 3/4 full. Sprinkle Streusel Topping over batter. Bake in 350 degree oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean. Do NOT over bake! Makes 18 muffins.

STREUSEL TOPPING: In small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons all purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Cut in 4 teaspoons butter, until mixture is crumbly. Variation: For 6 giant muffins, increase baking time to 40 to 45 minutes.