Oat Bran Applesauce Muffins

Start your morning on a wholesome note with these moist and tender Oat Bran Applesauce Muffins! Packed with fiber-rich oat bran, hearty whole wheat flour, and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, these muffins strike the perfect balance between healthy and delicious. The unsweetened applesauce lends natural moisture and a hint of fruity flavor, while warm cinnamon adds a comforting touch of spice. Made in just 35 minutes from start to finish, these muffins are an ideal grab-and-go breakfast or snack. Easily customizable with your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk and your favorite oil, they’re a versatile treat for all dietary preferences. Perfect for meal-prepping or savoring straight out of the oven, these muffins are a guilt-free way to satisfy your cravings while fueling your day. Keywords: oat bran muffins, applesauce muffins recipe, healthy breakfast muffins, fiber-rich snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups oat bran
• 0.75 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
• 0.25 cups honey (or maple syrup)
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg

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, combine the oat bran, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, vegetable oil, honey, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 6

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	761.1 grams (761.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1698

Total Fat 78.70g	101%
Saturated Fat 13.30g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 196mg	65%
Sodium 2255mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 228.70g	83%
Dietary Fiber 32.70g	117%
Total Sugars 82.20g
Protein 43.70g	87%

Vitamin D 91IU	455%
Calcium 309mg	24%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 1528mg	33%

*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: 39.4%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 50.9%