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Moist Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins Recipe

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These Moist Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins offer a wholesome and filling breakfast option that’s quick to prepare and pleasing to both kids and adults. Made with nutritious oats and unsweetened applesauce, they’re moist, tender, and naturally sweetened without being overly indulgent. Ideal for busy mornings, meal prep, or a healthy snack, these muffins are freezer-friendly and pantry-friendly, making them a versatile staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup oats (old-fashioned or quick-cooking)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/4 cup oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce

Optional Topping

  • 1 tablespoon oats (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your muffin tins by spraying them with a nonstick spray or lining them with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, oats, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Mix these ingredients well to ensure uniform distribution, which will create a consistent batter.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until you have a smooth and consistent mixture.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Add the unsweetened applesauce and gently stir until just combined—you want to avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender. It’s okay if the batter is slightly lumpy.
  5. Fill the Muffin Tins: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. For a nice texture and visual appeal, sprinkle a tablespoon of oats on top of each muffin if desired.
  6. Bake and Cool: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Once baked, let the muffins cool in the pan for 3-5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use unsweetened applesauce to control muffin sweetness; reduce sugar if using sweetened applesauce.
  • Let oats soak in wet ingredients for 5-10 minutes before mixing to improve texture and flavor.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense muffins; mix just until combined.
  • Ensure homemade applesauce is at room temperature before adding to avoid cooking the egg.
  • Do not use steel-cut oats as they won’t soften properly.
  • Substitute half the flour with whole wheat for added nutrition or use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free baking.
  • These muffins freeze well for up to 3 months; thaw overnight or warm briefly before eating.
  • Store at room temperature up to 2 days, refrigerate up to 1 week in airtight containers.

Keywords: applesauce oatmeal muffins, quick breakfast muffins, healthy muffins, kid-friendly muffins, make-ahead breakfast, freezer-friendly muffins

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