DOUBLE-DUTY APPLESAUCE MINI MUFFINS

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Children reach with both hands for these buttery tender mini muffins. Cinnamon-spiced and made with applesauce, they're easy to bake on a moment's notice. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 cup reserved Double-Duty Heavenly Applesauce or other cinnamon applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
TOPPING:
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in applesauce and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Add to creamed mixture; stir just until moistened., Fill paper-lined mini-muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For topping, in a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Dip tops of warm muffins in melted butter, then in cinnamon sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Saran Gurung
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I love that these muffins are made with simple, wholesome ingredients. I feel good about feeding them to my family.


Brandon Atkins
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover applesauce. They're also a healthier option than traditional muffins, since they're made with whole wheat flour.


Blake Allen
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I'm not a huge baker, but these muffins were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to try more recipes from this website.


Anita Smith
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These muffins freeze really well, so I can make a big batch and have them on hand for when I need a quick snack or breakfast.


Malik Nadeem
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different types of applesauce and even added in different spices. They're always delicious.


Mike Faulkner
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I've made these muffins several times now and they're always a hit. They're moist and flavorful, and the perfect size for a quick snack or breakfast.


Shahidraza Rajput
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These muffins are a great way to get my kids to eat applesauce. They love the muffins and I love that they're getting a healthy snack.


Rodgerlee Fischer
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These muffins are delicious and so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again and again.


zaharah Nakirijja
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These muffins are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They're also great for freezing, so I can always have a healthy snack on hand.


Louisa Hunt
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I added a few chocolate chips to my muffins and they were amazing! I highly recommend trying this variation.


RAHMATULLA Abir
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I love that these muffins are made with whole wheat flour. They're a healthier option than traditional muffins, but they're still just as delicious.


Md Sahadat Md Smrat
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These muffins are so easy to make, even my kids can help. They're also a great way to use up leftover applesauce.


Israr Abbasi
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I made these muffins for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again for my next event.


Forrest Sprinkle
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These mini muffins were a hit with my family! They're moist and flavorful, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making them again.