Description
Apple Cinnamon Muffins are a delightful treat that effortlessly combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apples into a moist and tender bake, making them perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert.
Ingredients
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- Whole Wheat Flour: 1 1/2 cups
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- Rolled Oats: 1/2 cup
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- Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
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- Baking Soda: 1/2 teaspoon
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- Ground Cinnamon: 1 1/2 teaspoons
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- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
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- Apples (peeled, cored, and chopped): 1 1/2 cups (about 2 medium apples)
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- Eggs: 2 large
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- Unsweetened Applesauce: 1/2 cup
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- Honey or Maple Syrup: 1/3 cup
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- Greek Yogurt (non-fat or low-fat): 1 cup
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- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
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- Chopped Walnuts (optional, for added texture): 1/4 cup
These ingredients provide a healthier twist with whole grains, natural sweeteners, and added fiber from the apples and oats. Enjoy your baking!
Instructions
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- Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin:
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- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
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- Prepare the Apples:
Wash, peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces. Set them aside.
- Prepare the Apples:
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- Combine Wet Ingredients:
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Combine Wet Ingredients:
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- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts (if using) using a spatula.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
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- Fill the Muffin Cups:
Use a spoon or a scoop to evenly distribute the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Fill the Muffin Cups:
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- Bake the Muffins:
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Bake the Muffins:
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- Cool and Serve:
Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cool and Serve:
These Apple Cinnamon Muffins are not only healthy but also packed with flavors that remind you of cozy fall mornings. Enjoy them as a delicious breakfast or a sweet snack!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 - 22 minutes