Go Back
+ servings
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
5 from 3 votes

Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins

Elevate your breakfast baking game with these easy-to-make Applesauce Oatmeal Muffin! They are both delicious and nutritious!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: bread, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bread
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 206kcal

Ingredients
 

Muffins

  • 1 ½ cup quick or old-fashioned oats
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 egg white

Topping

  • ½ cup quick or old-fashioned oats
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. 
  • In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. 
  • In another medium bowl, whisk together applesauce, milk, oil and the egg white. 
  • Once combined, transfer the wet ingredients onto the dry ingredients. Mix just until the dry ingredients are moistened. 
  • For the topping, mix together oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter in a small bowl. 
  • Place a 12 cup muffin pan in the preheated oven for a couple minutes, then remove and butter or spray with non-stick spray. Fill the pan evenly with the batter.
  • Distribute top evenly on top of the muffins. 
  • Bake 20-22 minute or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Video

Notes

Pro Tips and Substitutions

  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can lead to tough and dense muffins. Mix the batter until just combined to avoid overdeveloping the gluten in the flour.
  • Add-Ins: To transform these muffins, you can experiment with add-ins like raisins, dried cherries, dried cranberries, chocolate chips, coconut, or nuts. Whichever you decide to add, add no more than a total volume of ½ cup.
  • Use an ice cream scoop: For consistent muffin sizes, use an ice cream scoop to portion the batter into the muffin cups.
  • Check for doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs attached, the muffins are done.
  • Sugar Source: You can substitute the brown sugar with a sugar substitute alternative. Keep in mind that this can alter the texture and taste of your muffins, so it's a good idea to test them in smaller batches.
  • Fat Source: Instead of vegetable or canola oil, you can use coconut oil or butter. It will impact the density slightly.
  • Flour Source: You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour 1:1 for a gluten-free option.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 132mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg
Tried this recipe?Mention @dinnerin321 or tag #dinnerin321!