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No Sugar Apple Sauce Muffins

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These no sugar apple sauce muffins are a healthy, naturally sweetened snack perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up. Made with wholesome ingredients and warm spices, they offer a moist, tender crumb without any added sugar.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1 ½ cups (180 g) whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (60 g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy (about 1 minute). Add unsweetened apple sauce, plain Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins. Use room temperature eggs and yogurt for better rise. Measure flour by spooning into the cup and leveling off to prevent dense muffins. Rotate the pan halfway through baking if your oven heats unevenly. Muffins may look glossy on top when done due to apple sauce moisture, which is normal.

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