Double Apple Corn Muffins

Delight your taste buds with these fluffy and flavorful Double Apple Corn Muffins, a perfect fusion of hearty cornmeal and naturally sweet apple goodness. This recipe combines unsweetened applesauce and freshly diced Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples to pack a double punch of apple flavor, while honey and melted butter lend a touch of golden richness. The tender crumb and slightly crisp edges make these muffins a versatile treat—ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a light dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple no-fuss batter, these muffins come together quickly, offering homemade warmth and comfort. Serve them warm, paired with your favorite cup of tea, or enjoy them on-the-go for a wholesome, fruit-forward indulgence. Perfect for apple season or any time you crave a unique twist on classic corn muffins!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup milk
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 unit Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apple, peeled, cored, and finely diced

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, melted butter, honey, and the egg until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a rubber spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Avoid overmixing; the batter should still be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Gently fold in the finely diced apple, ensuring that the apple pieces are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full for a nice dome shape.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1041.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2257.6

Total Fat 64.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 331.6mg	0%
Sodium 2872.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 400.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 176.4g
Protein 37.1g	0%

Vitamin D 121.5IU	0%
Calcium 307.5mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1035.3mg	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: 24.8%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 68.9%