Description

Simply Applesauce Muffins feature a delightful blend of whole wheat flour and oats, creating a soft and moist muffin. With easy preparation and a touch of cinnamon, these muffins are a healthy choice for breakfast or a comforting snack. Perfect for anyone seeking wholesome, homemade recipes!

Ingredients

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2 cups (260g) whole wheat flour (spooned & leveled)
2/3 cup (57g) old-fashioned whole rolled oats
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 and 1/3 cups (320g) unsweetened applesauce, at room temperature
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1/3 cup (70g) coconut oil, melted (or vegetable oil or melted butter)
1/3 cup (80ml) pure maple syrup, at room temperature
1/3 cup (80ml) milk (dairy or nondairy), at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup (110g) raisins
optional: 3 tablespoons oats and/or 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Grease a 12-count muffin pan or line it with cupcake liners, ensuring to spray the liners as well to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until combined. Set aside. In another bowl, whisk the applesauce, eggs, oil, maple syrup, milk, and vanilla until well blended. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently. Finally, fold in the raisins until everything is mixed without any flour pockets.
Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling them to the top. Optionally sprinkle with oats and sugar. Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes. Then, without opening the oven, reduce the temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for 15-16 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. The total baking time is about 20-21 minutes. For mini muffins, bake for 11-13 minutes at 350°F.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack or enjoy while warm.
Store the muffins covered at room temperature for a few days, or refrigerate them for up to 1 week.

Notes

These muffins are versatile; feel free to add nuts or seeds for extra texture.
For a sweeter muffin, increase the maple syrup slightly according to your taste.
Make sure all your wet ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 180
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg