Chunky Apple Molasses Muffins

Indulge in the cozy, spiced flavors of fall with these Chunky Apple Molasses Muffins—perfect for breakfast, snacking, or a sweet treat! Bursting with tender, diced apple pieces and warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, these muffins are made irresistibly moist with the richness of molasses and yogurt. Easy to whip up in under 40 minutes, this recipe combines pantry staples like brown sugar and butter with fresh apples for a bake that's both hearty and satisfying. Each bite offers the perfect balance of sweet and spiced, with a rustic, homemade feel. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or enjoy them on the go—perfect for anyone craving a comforting, autumn-inspired baked good.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 0.5 cups molasses
• 0.25 cups brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cups plain yogurt (can substitute sour cream)
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 pieces medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth and cohesive.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be thick.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1210.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2827.2

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 645.9mg	0%
Sodium 2980.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 421.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 213.1g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 680.0mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 3458.8mg	0%

*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: 35.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 58.5%