Applesauce Spice Muffins Recipe

Name: Applesauce Spice Muffins
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter (plus 1 tablespoon melted for topping); 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar (plus 1/4 cup for topping); 1 large egg; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup chopped almonds; 1 cup unsweetened applesauce; Granulated Sugar (not used in this recipe); 1/4 cup rolled oats

Experience the delightful lightness and irresistible taste of these Applesauce Spice Muffins, a treasured recipe hailing from Thornbury, Ontario – the heart of Georgian Bay apple country! These muffins are bursting with warm spice notes and the sweetness of perfectly baked apples. A perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack, this recipe is a classic for a reason. Get ready to bake up a batch of pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 270.1 kcal

Protein 7g

Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Applesauce Spice Muffins

1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter (plus 1 tablespoon melted for topping)
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar (plus 1/4 cup for topping)
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped almonds
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
Granulated Sugar (not used in this recipe)
1/4 cup rolled oats

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How to Make Applesauce Spice Muffins

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in 1 large egg.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
Gently fold in 1/2 cup raisins and 1/2 cup chopped almonds.
In a small bowl combine 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the applesauce in two additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fill each muffin cup almost to the top.
**Topping (Optional):** Combine 1/4 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over muffins.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delicious muffins warm for breakfast or as a delightful afternoon snack! Makes 12 muffins.