Double Apple Muffins
Get ready to embrace the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these irresistible Double Apple Muffins! Packed with not one but two forms of apple—grated fresh apple and unsweetened applesauce—these muffins are delightfully moist, naturally sweet, and bursting with autumnal spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or snacking, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under 20 minutes. The optional addition of chopped walnuts or pecans adds a delightful crunch, making these muffins a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether you’re cozying up with a cup of coffee or sharing them at a fall gathering, these bakery-style treats are sure to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Packed brown sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened apple sauce
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Grated fresh apple (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Step 3
In a separate medium bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, apple sauce, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Fold in the grated fresh apple and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 6
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
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
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your Double Apple Muffins!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1168.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3133.3 |
| Total Fat 104.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2897.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 523.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 310.8g | |
| Protein 48.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 281.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1231.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories