Indulge in the cozy, spiced flavors of fall with these Chunky Apple Molasses Muffins—perfect for breakfast, snacking, or a sweet treat! Bursting with tender, diced apple pieces and warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, these muffins are made irresistibly moist with the richness of molasses and yogurt. Easy to whip up in under 40 minutes, this recipe combines pantry staples like brown sugar and butter with fresh apples for a bake that's both hearty and satisfying. Each bite offers the perfect balance of sweet and spiced, with a rustic, homemade feel. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or enjoy them on the go—perfect for anyone craving a comforting, autumn-inspired baked good.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth and cohesive.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be thick.
Fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Calories |
2827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 2981 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 421.3 g | 153% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 213.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.4 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 680 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3459 mg | 74% | |
*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.