Applesauce Raisin Muffins Recipe

Ingredients for Applesauce Raisin Muffins

• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup applesauce
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Baking Powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Golden Seedless Raisins
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar per muffin (approx. 12 teaspoons total)

How to Make Applesauce Raisin Muffins

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
2. In a large bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs.
3. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/3 cup vegetable oil, and 1 cup applesauce. Beat until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional).
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Stir in 1 cup raisins.
7. Fill the prepared muffin cups about 2/3 full.
8. Sprinkle each muffin with 1 teaspoon of brown sugar.
9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.