Description
These Applesauce Muffins Cinnamon Spice are a comforting, simple-to-make treat, perfect for busy school mornings or as a satisfying snack. They offer a moist, flavorful bite with the warm aroma of apples and spice, using pantry staples for healthy family meals.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option)
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar (reduce to 0.33 cup for less sweet muffins)
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (use a pre-mixed apple pie spice blend for quick seasoning)
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil (or use melted unsalted butter if preferred)
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for a hearty boost)
- 0.25 cup grated fresh apple, e.g., Granny Smith (optional, for texture and extra fruitiness)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven And Prep Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, both sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the unsweetened applesauce, egg, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet And Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined; a few lumps are fine. (If batter looks dry, splash 1-2 Tbsp milk; avoid overmixing for tender muffins.)
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately two-thirds full. A cookie scoop can help with consistent portions.
- Bake Muffins: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool And Serve: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For dietary modifications, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option or reduce granulated sugar to 0.33 cup for less sweet muffins. If the batter appears dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk. Avoid overmixing the batter to ensure tender muffins. Adding 0.5 cup chopped walnuts/pecans or 0.25 cup grated apple can enhance heartiness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (approx. 75 g)
- Calories: 210 calories
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 3.5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg