Description
Delight in the warm, comforting flavors of these Apple Muffins—an ideal treat for breakfast or a snack. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh apples and infused with cinnamon, these whole wheat muffins are not only delicious but also nutritious. Perfectly moist and fluffy, they come together easily in just one bowl, making them a hassle-free option for busy mornings or brunch gatherings. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly, so you can enjoy them whenever cravings strike!
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 large apple (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare your muffin pans with cooking spray.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large bowl.
- Add honey, applesauce, Greek yogurt, milk, eggs, and vanilla to the melted butter; whisk until combined.
- Stir in baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon; mix well.
- Gently fold in white whole wheat flour until just combined.
- Incorporate chopped apple gently into the batter.
- Fill muffin pans two-thirds full and bake for 16-18 minutes.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg