Low Fat Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Light, fluffy, and bursting with warm fall flavors, these Low Fat Apple Cinnamon Muffins are a guilt-free treat perfect for any time of day. Made with a wholesome blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, unsweetened applesauce, and almond (or skim) milk, these muffins are as nutritious as they are delicious. Sweet chunks of freshly chopped Granny Smith apple complement the cozy notes of cinnamon in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no butter or oil, this recipe delivers a moist, tender, and satisfying muffin that's ideal for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. Whether you're watching your calories or just craving a healthier baked good, these apple cinnamon muffins are sure to hit the spot. Perfectly easy, naturally sweetened, and family-friendly, they're a must-try for health-conscious baking enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
- 1 cups granny smith apple, peeled and chopped
- 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or coat with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, add the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until the sugars are dissolved into the applesauce.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the applesauce mixture, and whisk until fully incorporated.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients, and stir gently until just combined.
Gradually add the milk, stirring gently, until the batter is moist. Do not over-mix.
Fold in the chopped apple pieces until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters 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 pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2113 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.1 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 484 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 998 mg | 21% | |
*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.
