Description
These Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins are healthy, moist, and filled with oats and natural sweetness from applesauce. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup oats (old-fashioned or quick-cooking) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup oil (canola or vegetable) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup applesauce 1 tablespoon oats (optional, for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray muffin tins with nonstick spray or line with paper liners. 2. In a large bowl, mix flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth. 4. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir in the applesauce until just combined. Do not overmix. 5. Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full. Sprinkle with oats if desired. 6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 7. Cool muffins for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Use whole wheat flour for added nutrition. Make them dairy-free with almond or oat milk. Mix in raisins, cranberries, or nuts for variety. Store in an airtight container for 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg