Linda's Famous Applesauce Muffins

Moist, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon-spiced flavor, Linda's Famous Applesauce Muffins are the perfect homemade treat for any time of day. Made with unsweetened applesauce as a star ingredient, these muffins are naturally moist and pack a delightful touch of sweetness. A hint of nutmeg and optional chopped walnuts or pecans add a cozy, nutty texture that pairs beautifully with the muffins' tender crumb. This easy, beginner-friendly recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying option for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Plus, with simple pantry ingredients like flour, sugar, and vanilla, these muffins are a budget-friendly delight. Perfectly portable and freezer-friendly, Linda's Famous Applesauce Muffins are a must-try addition to your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups milk
• 0.5 cups optional chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the well.

Step 5

Gently stir the wet and dry ingredients together with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

If using walnuts or pecans, fold them gently into the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(991.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3049.6

Total Fat 158.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 377.5mg	0%
Sodium 2881.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 382.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 179.1g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 255.4mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 949.4mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 48.4%