Go Back
–+ servings
Oat Applesauce Muffins

Delicious Oat Applesauce Muffins for a Healthy Morning Boost

These Oat Applesauce Muffins are a guilt-free breakfast option, providing wholesome ingredients and delightful flavors.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 cup Quick-Cook Oats Use rolled oats for a heartier texture.
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour Substitute with all-purpose flour for a lighter texture.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sugar or swap for honey/maple syrup.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for maximum fluffiness.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Soda Partners with applesauce for leavening.
  • 0.25 tsp Ground Nutmeg Can replace with allspice or omit.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Increase for a stronger spice note.
  • 0.5 tsp Table Salt Balances flavors.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce Mix at room temperature.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Non-dairy milk can be used.
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter (melted and cooled) Use oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Flavoring Almond extract is a fun twist.
Optional Add-Ins
  • Dried Fruits (like raisins or cranberries) Optional for extra flavor.
  • Nuts or Seeds Walnuts or sunflower seeds are excellent.
  • Spices (like cardamom or ginger) Customize flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: oats, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix wet ingredients: applesauce, milk, melted butter, and vanilla flavoring until combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Spoon the batter into muffin liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 23-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, cool your butter to room temperature, avoid overmixing, and use precise measurements for applesauce. Consider doubling the recipe as these muffins freeze beautifully.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!