Craving a guilt-free breakfast that'll make your taste buds dance and your body thank you? Get ready to discover the ultimate morning game-changer: Healthy Apple Muffins with Oats! These aren't your ordinary muffins - they're a delicious revolution packed with wholesome ingredients that prove healthy eating can be absolutely mouthwatering. Whether you're a busy professional, a health-conscious foodie, or a parent looking to sneak some nutrition into your family's breakfast, these muffins are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup diced apples
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk together until all dry ingredients are well incorporated.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix unsweetened applesauce and eggs. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Fold in the diced apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, divide the batter equally among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Use fresh, crisp apples for the best flavor and texture. Varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work wonderfully.
- Don't overmix the batter - this is key to keeping your muffins tender and light. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- For extra nutrition, you can add a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- Check your muffins a couple minutes before the recommended baking time, as oven temperatures can vary.
- To keep muffins fresh longer, you can freeze them in an airtight container for up to a month. Simply thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the microwave.
- For a more decadent touch, sprinkle some rolled oats on top of the muffins before baking for a beautiful, rustic look.
- If you prefer a less sweet muffin, you can reduce the brown sugar or substitute with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 35mg
