Apple Oat Muffins are the perfect combination of wholesome and delicious, making them an ideal breakfast or snack option. These muffins are packed with nutritious oats, sweet chunks of fresh apples, and warm spices like cinnamon that give them a cozy, comforting flavor. The addition of oats not only adds texture but also boosts the fiber content, making them a healthier choice without compromising on taste. Moist and tender on the inside with a slightly crisp top, these muffins are a great way to start your day or satisfy an afternoon craving, while enjoying the natural sweetness of apples.
Apple Oat Muffins Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and diced
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, brown sugar, applesauce, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the diced apples.
- Fill the muffin tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these Apple Oat Muffins warm from the oven or store them for a quick, grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They’re moist, flavorful, and the perfect blend of sweet apples and hearty oats!
