Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins Recipe
Delicious and wholesome Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins that are perfect for a comforting breakfast or snack. These muffins combine the warmth of cinnamon and fresh diced apples with the hearty texture of oats, all baked to golden perfection for a moist and flavorful treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats (plus extra for sprinkling)
- ¼ cup brown sugar, tightly packed
- ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- ¾ cup applesauce
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 apple, diced
Instructions
- Prep the Oven and Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease the muffin cups with cooking spray to prevent sticking and set them aside.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well mixed.
- Create a Well in Dry Mixture: Make a well in the center of the dry mixture; this will help you incorporate the wet ingredients evenly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour the lightly beaten eggs, applesauce, milk, and vegetable oil into the well created in the dry ingredients.
- Mix the Batter: Stir the mixture just until everything is moistened. The batter should remain lumpy. Overmixing can make the muffins tough.
- Fold in the Apples: Gently fold in the diced apple pieces to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about half to two-thirds full. This allows room for the muffins to rise.
- Top with Oats: Sprinkle a few old-fashioned oats on top of each muffin for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the muffins turn golden brown. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, your muffins are ready.
- Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the tin on a wire rack for 5 minutes to firm up slightly. Then remove them from the cups and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use firm, crisp apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best texture and flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond milk or oat milk.
- These muffins freeze well; store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Sprinkling oats on top adds a nice crunch, but you can omit them if desired.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
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