Oatmeal Cranberry Applesauce Muffins

Start your mornings on a wholesome note with these Oatmeal Cranberry Applesauce Muffins, a delightful fusion of hearty oats, tart dried cranberries, and naturally sweet unsweetened applesauce. Perfectly spiced with a hint of cinnamon, these moist and fluffy muffins are quick to prepare, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time. Ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a grab-and-go treat, this recipe uses pantry staples like rolled oats, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, making it as convenient as it is delicious. Each bite offers a satisfying balance of sweetness and texture, enhanced by the subtle chew of cranberries. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored for later, these muffins are a nutritious and flavorful way to fuel your day. Make this easy 12-muffin batch today and savor the perfect combination of healthy ingredients and comforting flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.25 cup canola oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the dried cranberries to the dry ingredients and toss to evenly distribute.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, milk, canola oil, egg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Each cup should be about 3/4 full.

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.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2165.2

Total Fat 73.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.2g
Cholesterol 230.5mg	0%
Sodium 2301.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 337.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 170.9g
Protein 37.3g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 342.7mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 1088.6mg	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: 30.6%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 62.5%