Apple Spice Applesauce Muffins

Warm, cozy, and bursting with autumn flavors, these Apple Spice Applesauce Muffins are the ultimate go-to treat for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Made with unsweetened applesauce and a medley of warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, these muffins are perfectly moist with a gentle sweetness from a mix of granulated and brown sugar. The addition of vegetable oil ensures a tender crumb, while the quick and simple preparation makes this recipe ideal for busy mornings or casual baking days. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, these muffins are a delicious way to embrace the flavors of fall. Pair them with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a comforting treat, and enjoy them fresh or freeze for later indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well.

Step 5

Gently fold the wet and dry ingredients together with a rubber spatula or spoon. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be just combined.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy the muffins warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1042.5 grams (1042.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2860

Total Fat 117.80g	151%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.30g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2889mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 432.60g	157%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 232.70g
Protein 37.70g	75%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 829mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 58.8%