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4.75 from 4 votes

Apple Oatmeal Muffins

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
These apple oatmeal muffins are soft, cozy, and naturally sweetened with applesauce and maple syrup. Each bite is filled with juicy apple pieces and warm cinnamon flavor, perfect for breakfast or snack time.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Resting time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12
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Equipment

Ingredients 

Wet ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce (260g)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1 cup rolled oats (100g)
  • 2 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter (or oil)
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry ingredients

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (125g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Stir in

  • 1 cup chopped apples (1/4 inch pieces)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease it.
  • Soften oats: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and applesauce. Stir in the oats and let sit for 10–15 minutes so they soften.
  • Add wet ingredients: Once oats are softened, whisk in the melted butter, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla until well combined.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Combine: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Gently stir until just combined—don’t overmix. Stir in chopped apples.
  • Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Soak the oats – Makes muffins soft and tender instead of dense.
  • Use room-temp ingredients – Ensures even mixing and a lighter texture.
  • Dice apples small – Helps them bake evenly throughout the muffins.
  • Don’t overmix – Stir just until combined for a fluffy texture.
  • Cool before removing – Let sit 5–10 minutes to prevent breaking.
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 206mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 116IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg
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