Description
These Applesauce Muffins are soft, moist, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor! Made with applesauce, cinnamon, and brown sugar, they’re a deliciously healthy breakfast or snack option. Plus, they’re easy to make and naturally sweetened!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier version)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, for extra warmth)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a natural alternative)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
For Topping (Optional):
- 2 tablespoons sugar + 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for a crunchy topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
2. Mix the Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk applesauce, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. (Do not overmix!)
- Stir in nuts or dried fruit if using.
3. Fill & Bake
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
- If using, sprinkle cinnamon-sugar on top.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Cool & Serve
- Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 4 days!
Notes
- Want them extra moist? Add ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream to the batter.
- Gluten-Free? Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Vegan Option? Replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 2 tbsp water per egg).