Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, the allure of fall flavors beckons us to the kitchen. There’s something undeniably cozy about the aromas of cinnamon and baked apples wafting through the home, promising comfort and warmth with each bite. This is the perfect season to indulge in a treat that captures the essence of autumn, and what better way to do that than with a batch of delightful Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins?

Get ready to embrace the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins! Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, this recipe combines wholesome rolled oats, fresh apples, and warm cinnamon for a nutritious treat you can feel good about. Easy to make and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, these muffins ensure that every bite is both delicious and satisfying. Bake a batch to fill your home with mouthwatering aromas and share the warmth with family and friends!

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Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats

1 cup whole wheat flour

1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

1 large egg

1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) or vegetable oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored, any variety)

Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk these together until they are well blended.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the applesauce, milk, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smoothly combined.

Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.

Add Apples and Nuts: Gently fold in the diced apples and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve: Enjoy your cozy Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins warm or at room temperature, perfect for breakfast or a tasty snack!

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 30 min | 12 muffins