Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Muffins, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly spiced with ground cinnamon and naturally sweetened with diced Granny Smith apple and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins offer a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Designed to be heart-healthy without compromising on taste, they are crafted with no added salt and rely on everyday pantry ingredients for simplicity. Melted unsalted butter and a blend of granulated and brown sugar create a moist, tender texture, while hints of vanilla bring out the comforting apple-cinnamon pairing. Ready in under 30 minutes, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, tea-time, or an on-the-go snack. Try this easy recipe today and savor a treat that's both delicious and mindful of your dietary needs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup applesauce, unsweetened
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 granny smith apple, peeled and diced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to mix.
In another bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract and unsweetened applesauce to the wet ingredients until well combined.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the flour. Mix gently until just combined.
Fold in the diced granny smith apple, ensuring the pieces are evenly distributed in the batter.
Spoon the batter evenly into 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 tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.5 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.7 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 641 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 1121 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 398.7 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 197.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1003 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.
