The Most Moist Applesauce Muffins You’ll Ever Bake
Tender and naturally moist muffins made with real applesauce and warm cinnamon. A healthy, cozy breakfast treat that’s easy to customize.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat the brown sugar and melted butter together.
- Stir in the eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.