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Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins - Moist & Flavorful Treat

Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins – Moist & Flavorful Treat

Description

Hello there, baking enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into a deliciously comforting recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite. If you love the warm flavors of cinnamon and the natural sweetness of applesauce, you’re in for a treat with these Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins. Not only are these muffins moist and bursting with flavor, but they also come topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that makes them utterly irresistible. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Muffins:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups unsweetened applesauce (all-natural)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with nonstick spray.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to over-mix. If using nuts, gently fold them in at this stage.

Step 5: Bake the Muffins

  • Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Once baked, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 6: Prepare the Frosting

  • Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a hand-held electric mixer, beat the softened butter, cream cheese, cinnamon, and vanilla extract together until light, fluffy, and smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to beat until the frosting is well combined and smooth.

Step 7: Frost the Muffins

  • Once the muffins are fully cooled, spread the cinnamon cream cheese frosting evenly over the tops.

Step 8: Store the Muffins

  • Because of the cream cheese frosting, store the muffins in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Leftovers can be covered with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Equipment

Notes

To ensure your Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins turn out perfectly every time, here are some helpful tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This helps the batter mix more evenly and results in a better texture.
  • Don’t over-mix the batter: Over-mixing can lead to dense muffins, so mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Customize the spice level: Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves according to your taste preferences.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/cinnamon-applesauce-muffins-moist-flavorful-treat/