Description
These Blueberry Applesauce Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of blueberries with the wholesome goodness of applesauce. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, these moist and fluffy muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Blueberry Filling:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the applesauce, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Make Blueberry Filling: In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens.
- Assemble the Muffins: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter, add a spoonful of the blueberry filling, then top with more batter.
- Bake: Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can use frozen blueberries if fresh ones are not available.
- Feel free to add a streusel topping for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
