Cocoa Applesauce Muffins
Indulge in the perfect balance of rich cocoa flavor and wholesome goodness with these delightful Cocoa Applesauce Muffins! Made with unsweetened cocoa powder and naturally sweetened with applesauce, this recipe creates moist, tender treats that are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. A hint of cinnamon adds warmth, while optional chocolate chips elevate the decadence to irresistible levels. These muffins come together quickly, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, and bake to perfection in under 20 minutes. Whether you’re looking for a healthier chocolate fix or a kid-friendly baked good, these muffins are a deliciously satisfying choice. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a treat that’s sure to disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease each cup lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your moist and chocolaty Cocoa Applesauce Muffins!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 181 mg | 4% | |
*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.
