Applesauce Graham Muffins Recipe

Ingredients for Applesauce Graham Muffins

• Unsweetened Applesauce
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup melted margarine (or oil)
• 1 large egg
• All Purpose Flour
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

How to Make Applesauce Graham Muffins

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease the bottoms only of 12 medium muffin cups (2 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches) or line with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup melted margarine (or oil), and 1 large egg until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in 1/2 cup raisins (optional).
6. Divide batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. For mini muffins: Grease the bottoms only of 24 small muffin cups (1 3/4 x 1 inch).
9. Divide batter evenly among the small muffin cups.
10. Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11. Let muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.