MOUTHWATERING APPLESAUCE MUFFINS
These applesauce muffins are moist, tender, and naturally sweetened. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they offer a delightful apple flavor with a soft crumb that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Combine:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in nuts if using.
Fill Muffin Cups:
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Bake:
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Make Ahead:
Muffins can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Customizing the Flavor:
Add raisins, dried cranberries, or a streusel topping for extra texture and sweetness. Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy these muffins warm with butter or cream cheese for breakfast or as a snack. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free milk and oil alternatives for a vegan version. Substitute nuts with seeds for nut-free. Storage Tips:
Store muffins in an airtight container to keep them moist. Reheat gently before serving.
Muffins can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Customizing the Flavor:
Add raisins, dried cranberries, or a streusel topping for extra texture and sweetness. Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy these muffins warm with butter or cream cheese for breakfast or as a snack. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free milk and oil alternatives for a vegan version. Substitute nuts with seeds for nut-free. Storage Tips:
Store muffins in an airtight container to keep them moist. Reheat gently before serving.