Enjoy the cozy simplicity of these Easy Applesauce Muffins, a soft and tender bake that’s full of warm, comforting flavor. Use applesauce in the batter to add natural sweetness and moisture, creating muffins that stay fluffy and delicious with every bite. Bake a batch for easy breakfasts, lunchbox treats, or a comforting snack any time of day.
Recipe at a glance
- Recipe: Easy Applesauce Muffins
- Makes: 10-12 Muffins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- Key Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Apple Sauce, Diced Apples
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Ingredients
Find below the list of ingredients I used to make my Easy Applesauce Muffins.
- All Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Salt
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Large Eggs
- Unsweetened Apple Sauce
- Brown Sugar
- Canola Oil
- Vanilla Extract
- Diced Apples
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease well. Make 10 larger muffins, or 12 snack-sized muffins.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate larger bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, sugars, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and fold gently until just combined. Fold in the diced apples making sure not to overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about ¾ - full). Bake 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Storing the Applesauce Muffins
Store the baked Applesauce Muffins by allowing them to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. Keep the muffins at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate them for up to 5 days to maintain freshness. Freeze the muffins for longer storage by placing them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm gently in the microwave or oven before serving.
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Recipe
Easy Applesauce Muffins
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
- ⅓ cup Canola Oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Apple finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease well. Make 10 larger muffins, or 12 snack-sized muffins.
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate larger bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, sugars, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and fold gently until just combined. Fold in the diced apples making sure not to overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about ¾ - full). Bake 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
