Mini Applesauce Muffins

Soft, sweet, and bursting with cozy fall flavors, these Mini Applesauce Muffins are the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion. Made with a blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, these fluffy muffins highlight the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce, while brown sugar and melted butter add a subtle richness. Ready in just 22 minutes and yielding 24 mini muffins, they’re quick, easy, and ideal for breakfast on-the-go, lunchbox snacks, or a delightful dessert. With no electric mixer required, this one-bowl recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the comforting aroma of freshly baked goodness. Perfect for making ahead, these muffins can also be stored or frozen, ensuring you always have a flavorful snack on hand!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 egg, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line with mini muffin liners.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, egg, and pure vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Gently fold the mixture with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender muffins.

Step 5

Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, evenly distribute the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	700.1 grams (700.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1843

Total Fat 55.10g	71%
Saturated Fat 32.30g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 315mg	105%
Sodium 1769mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 320.50g	117%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 173.80g
Protein 25.10g	50%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 587mg	12%

*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: 26.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 68.3%