Description

Indulge in the warmth of homemade applesauce muffins, bursting with sweet flavor and aromatic spices. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, bringing back memories of cozy family baking sessions. With a soft texture and delightful taste, they are sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 large eggs (room temperature)
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; lumps are okay.
If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin until two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow muffins to cool slightly on a wire rack before enjoying.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack/Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
Calories: 145
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, substitute some all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. Experiment by adding spices like ginger or cloves for a unique twist! Store muffins in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature.