Description
Moist and fluffy muffins bursting with cinnamon and apple flavor, made with applesauce for a healthier twist.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until well combined. Whisk in egg, vanilla, applesauce, and milk.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. Add a streusel topping or extra cinnamon sugar for a crunchy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American