Cheddar Applesauce Muffins
Get ready to elevate your muffin game with these irresistible Cheddar Applesauce Muffins—a delectable fusion of sweet and savory flavors! Perfectly moist and fluffy, these muffins combine the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce with the sharp, tangy bite of shredded cheddar cheese, creating a mouthwatering balance that's utterly unique. Hints of warm cinnamon add a cozy, aromatic touch, while a tender crumb ensures every bite is delightful. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re an easy and versatile option for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Serve them warm for a comforting treat that’s equal parts wholesome and indulgent. Perfect for those seeking a creative twist on classic muffins!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the applesauce until evenly combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk to create a slightly thick batter.
Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.7 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 623 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 3637 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.9 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.2 g | ||
| Protein | 68.5 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1080 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 791 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
