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Cinnamon Applesauce Muffins – Moist & Flavorful Treat

Ingredients

  • For the Muffins:
  • For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting:

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the applesauce, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Once the muffins are fully cooled, spread the cinnamon cream cheese frosting evenly over the tops.
  8. 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.

Notes

To ensure yourCinnamon Applesauce Muffinsturn out perfectly every time, here are some helpful tips:

  • Author: Chef Stella