Award-Winning Apple Spice Mini Muffins
These delightful Apple Spice Mini Muffins are a family favorite, known for their moist texture and irresistible flavor. Created by my son, who wowed our local county fair judges with this recipe, they are packed with warm spices and natural sweetness from applesauce. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or any occasion, these muffins are not only easy to whip up but also make a wonderful treat that can be shared with friends and loved ones. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for a quick grab-and-go bite throughout the week!
36
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (softened)
Granulated Sugar
2/3 cup (none)
Eggs
2 (beaten)
All-Purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
Ground Cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
Allspice
1 teaspoon (none)
Baking Powder
2 teaspoons (none)
Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Applesauce
1 cup (unsweetened)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter (or margarine) and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and blend until smooth and well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the sifted flour, ground cinnamon, allspice, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed.
5
Alternately incorporate the applesauce and flour mixture, starting and ending with the flour (add 1/2 cup of applesauce, then 1 cup of flour, followed by the remaining applesauce, and finish with the remaining flour). Mix just until the batter is combined; do not overmix.
6
Spoon the batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full to allow for rising.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 17 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious mini muffins!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Award-Winning Apple Spice Mini Muffins?
These are moist and flavorful mini muffins packed with warm spices and natural sweetness from applesauce, originally created for a local county fair.
Who created this apple spice muffin recipe?
The recipe was created by the author's son, who won an award at a local county fair with it.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes approximately 36 mini muffins.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
How should I prepare the mini muffin pan?
Line the pan with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
Cream together the softened butter or margarine and granulated sugar until light and fluffy for about 2-3 minutes.
How many eggs are needed and how should they be prepared?
You need 2 eggs, and they should be beaten before being added to the mixture.
What dry ingredients are required for these muffins?
The dry ingredients include sifted all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, allspice, baking powder, and baking soda.
How do I incorporate the applesauce and flour mixture?
Alternately add the applesauce and flour mixture, starting and ending with the flour, mixing just until combined.
What type of applesauce should be used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
Why shouldn't I overmix the batter?
Mixing just until combined ensures the muffins maintain a delightful, moist texture without becoming tough.
How full should I fill each mini muffin cup?
Fill each cup about 2/3 full to allow space for the muffins to rise.
What is the recommended baking time?
Bake the muffins for 17 to 20 minutes.
How can I tell if the muffins are fully cooked?
The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the cooling process for these muffins?
Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1/2 cup of softened butter or margarine.
What spices give these muffins their flavor?
Ground cinnamon and allspice provide the warm, spiced flavor profile.
Are these muffins suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or any special occasion.
How should I store the muffins?
You can store them for a quick grab-and-go bite throughout the week.
Is the flour used in this recipe sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What size muffin pan is needed?
A mini muffin pan is required for this specific recipe.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2/3 cup of granulated sugar.
What leavening agents are used in the batter?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an easy recipe that is quick to whip up.
Can these muffins be shared as gifts?
Absolutely, they make a wonderful treat to share with friends and loved ones.
How much butter is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of softened butter.
What is the primary source of moisture in these muffins?
The combination of softened butter and 1 cup of applesauce ensures a moist texture.
What are the main tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include apple muffins, mini muffins, baking, easy recipes, spiced muffins, county fair recipes, breakfast, and snack.
Should the flour be added all at once?
No, it should be added gradually and alternated with the applesauce.
What is the texture of these award-winning muffins?
They are known for being exceptionally moist and delightful.