Vegan Apple Crisp Muffins

Bursting with warm, spiced flavors and topped with a crumbly oat streusel, these Vegan Apple Crisp Muffins are the perfect fusion of a classic dessert and a wholesome breakfast treat. Made with unsweetened applesauce, chunks of fresh apples, and a hint of cinnamon, these muffins are naturally dairy-free and made entirely with plant-based ingredients. The buttery, cinnamon-infused crumble topping adds a delightful crunch, while the moist and fluffy interior keeps every bite satisfying. Ready in under an hour, these easy vegan apple muffins are ideal for cozy mornings, on-the-go snacks, or even a healthier dessert. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or pair them with a warm cup of tea for a comforting, autumn-inspired indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon, ground
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
• 1.5 cups Apples, peeled and chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for topping)
• 0.5 cup Rolled oats (for topping)
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed (for topping)
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon, ground (for topping)
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, solid (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of rolled oats, 0.5 cup of packed brown sugar, 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder, 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Mix well.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together 0.5 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 0.25 cup of melted coconut oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Step 5

Gently fold in 0.75 cup of almond milk, 1.5 cups of chopped apples, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice into the batter.

Step 6

Fill each muffin liner with the batter until about two-thirds full.

Step 7

To prepare the topping, in a small bowl, combine 0.5 cup of flour, 0.5 cup of rolled oats, 0.25 cup of packed brown sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon.

Step 8

Cut in 0.25 cup of solid coconut oil using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 9

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the muffins.

Step 10

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 11

Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1167.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2530.6

Total Fat 70.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2635.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 448.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.5g	0%
Total Sugars 190.0g
Protein 40.8g	0%

Vitamin D 75.0IU	0%
Calcium 547.5mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 1436.4mg	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: 24.4%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 69.3%