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Healthy Apple Muffins

These healthy apple muffins are deliciously fluffy and packed with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and Honeycrisp apples, making them perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all purpose flour (or white whole wheat flour) Provides structure and a light, fluffy texture to the muffins.
  • 2 tsps baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Adds warmth and comforting flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda Helps create a lighter texture.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg Introduces a subtle aromatic spice.
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves Provides depth of flavor.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Adds moisture and boosts protein content.
  • 1/2 cup applesauce A natural sweetener that contributes to moistness.
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Provides rich sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil Offers healthy fat.
  • 2 eggs Bind the ingredients.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
Additional Ingredients
  • 1 cup grated Honeycrisp apple Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 tbsp Turbinado sugar Sprinkled on top for a crunchy finish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and spray them with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cloves.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: applesauce, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Cooking
  1. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  2. Gently fold in the grated apple.
  3. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling them to the top.
  4. Sprinkle the tops with turbinado sugar.
  5. Bake for 18 to 24 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Serving
  1. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove muffins from the tin and let cool for another 15 minutes.
  3. Enjoy fresh or store in an airtight container.

Notes

These muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months. Best served warm or at room temperature.