Applesauce Muffins
Applesauce Muffins are a delicious and moist treat packed with flavor from applesauce and spices, with a nice crunch from the walnuts, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Add more for sweeter muffins if desired.
- 2 large eggs Can be substituted with a flax egg or applesauce.
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can replace with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- 1 tsp cinnamon Other spices like nutmeg or ginger can be added.
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Can substitute with pecans or omit for nut-free version.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
- In a large bowl, mix the applesauce, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 of the way full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. They go great with a cup of coffee, tea, or milk. You can also spread a little butter on top if you like! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.