Description
These Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins are made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, oats, apples, and warm spices—perfect for a nourishing, cozy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
¾ cup quick oats
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp salt
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
½ cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 cup finely chopped apple, skin on (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala recommended)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper or silicone liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the butter mixture and whisk until fully combined.
5. Pour dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Add chopped apples and gently fold together until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
7. Bake for 18–25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
8. Let muffins cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Notes
Keep the apple skin on for extra fiber and texture.
Avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins light and tender.
These muffins freeze well—cool completely and store in freezer-safe bags for up to 2 months.