Applesauce Muffin Recipe

This super easy Applesauce Muffin Recipe is made from scratch with ground cinnamon, allspice, and raisins. They’re a great start to the day.

When it comes to breakfast around here, we don’t do a full spread with bacon and eggs and all the other stuff very often. The same goes for things like french toast and pancakes. Those are reserved for when we have a bit more time – which seems few and far between these days.

But what we really love to have on hand almost all of the time is muffins. They are quick and easy to make and they make breakfast “grab-n-go” which is always nice. Anything that keeps the day running at a smooth and even pace is a plus in my book. This is why we love these applesauce muffins.

We love these because not only are they easy but they are delicious too. They are so simple, in fact, that I leave it up to the kids to make them whenever we run out.

That being said, they are all young adults now – but they have been making these for years and it has not only kept me out of the kitchen but taught them a lot about being in the kitchen. Skills for later in life are always good to have in your back pocket. Check out these muffins – I know you’ll love them too.

applesauce muffins

Here are some commonly asked questions

Can these muffins be frozen?

You bet! These muffins freeze quite well. I recommend waiting until they have completely cooled. Then wrap them individually with plastic wrap. Then place them in a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving again.

How do I properly measure the flour?

The official way is to spoon the flour into the measuring cup & level off. This makes sure the flour isn’t packed tightly into your measuring cup, adding more than you need, as that will make your recipe too dry.

With some recipes – if you fluff your flour with a spoon, then gently scoop the flour into the measuring cup, taking care to not pack the flour – that can work for this recipe.

muffins with applesauce

How to soften the butter to room temperature?

First

There are a couple of ways to do this. The first being that you can take the butter (& any other ingredients that need to be at room temperature) out, leave it on the counter for about 30 minutes while you prep for baking.

I usually start with all my chilled ingredients and pull everything I need out onto the counter before getting started – so I know for sure I have everything before I’m mid-way through I realize I’m out of something.

But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.

Second

I place the butter in the microwave – wrapped in the paper. (don’t do this if it is wrapped in foil) Then I microwave for 2 seconds – flip – go another 2 seconds – flip again – and continue for 2 seconds on each side.

This is usually enough to get it perfect – sometimes stopping before if it feels soft enough. Take care when doing this method – overly softened butter from the microwave WILL ALTER the end result of the recipe. Don’t over-do it.

Third

My third method is to place the wrapped butter sticks in a zip-top bag and place it in a bowl of warm water. I do this with the eggs too. If the water isn’t too hot it can be THE PERFECT way to get “room-temperature” ingredients.

Can I use a vanilla substitute instead of vanilla extract?

Yes.  Vanilla essence does not provide quite the same flavor as regular vanilla extract.  However, it is a good alternative.

applesauce in muffins

Why do the ingredients need to be at room temperature?

Room temperature ingredients help to ensure that everything blends together perfectly. You don’t want any pockets of unblended butter. You want everything evenly disbursed for the perfect muffin texture.

What to serve with these muffins

There’s really no limit to what you can serve alongside these muffins – but here is a list of our most-served recipes that we pair with them.

• Easy Fruit Salad
• Slow Cooker Fig Butter
• Perfect Oven-Cooked Bacon
• Pressure Cooker Crustless Quiche
• Blueberry Granola Cereal
• Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs
• Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie

cinnamon applesauce muffins

How to Make Applesauce Muffins

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Fill a muffin tin with liners.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, allspice and baking soda. Set aside.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy.
5. Beat in the eggs, applesauce and vanilla until smooth.
6. In a small bowl, add the raisins and about 2 tbsp of the flour mixture and toss to coat.
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding just until moistened.
8. Fold in raisins.
9. Divide the batter into the prepared muffin tin using a cookie dough scoop.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Cool on a wire rack.
12. Serve at room temperature or warm.
13. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

Ingredients for Applesauce Muffins

• all-purpose flour
• ground cinnamon
• ground allspice
• baking soda
• unsalted butter – softened
• granulated sugar
• large egg – room temperature
• unsweetened applesauce
• vanilla extract
• raisins optional

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• granulated sugar
• vanilla extract
• all-purpose flour
• table salt
• cinnamon
• ground allspice
• baking soda
• unsweetened applesauce
• raisins
• mixing bowl
• rubber spatula
• muffin tin

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