Delicious Spiced Applesauce Oatmeal Muffin-Tops
Treat yourself to these moist and flavorful spiced applesauce oatmeal muffin-tops, perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or a convenient addition to your brown-bag lunch. Made with heart-healthy oats and whole wheat flour, these muffin-tops are not only quick to whip up but also packed with wholesome ingredients. The rich taste of cinnamon and allspice complements the natural sweetness of applesauce, while the addition of raisins or craisins adds a lovely chewiness. Customize them by swapping out nuts or adding your favorite mix-ins. Enjoy fresh from the oven for the best flavor and texture, or store them in an airtight container for later indulgence. As an update from earlier reviews, the proportions and instructions have been refined for the ultimate muffin-top experience!
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Servings
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Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
Old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup (uncooked)
Nonfat milk
1 cup
Whole wheat flour
1 cup
Ground flax seeds
1 tablespoon (optional)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup
Ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons
Allspice
1 teaspoon
Unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup
Egg whites or whole egg
2 or 1
Baking powder
1 teaspoon
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Raisins or craisins
3/4 cup
Chopped walnuts
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon (finely chopped)
Brown sugar
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon (packed)
All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons
Ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
Melted unsalted butter
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Prepare the streusel topping first. In a small bowl, mix together the chopped walnuts, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the mixture is crumbly, and set aside.
2
Soak the old-fashioned rolled oats in nonfat milk for about 30 minutes, allowing the oats to meld with the milk and soften.
3
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a muffin-top pan with cooking spray for easy removal.
4
In a separate bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce and egg (or egg whites) and stir until well mixed.
5
Next, combine the soaked oat mixture with the applesauce mixture, and stir gently until just combined.
6
In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, ground flax seeds (if using), brown sugar, ground cinnamon, allspice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
7
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until mixed; be careful not to overmix to prevent tough muffins.
8
Gently fold in the raisins or craisins.
9
Spoon approximately 1/2 cup of the batter into each muffin-top mold, filling them generously.
10
Sprinkle the prepared streusel topping over each muffin-top.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown, and the tops spring back when lightly touched.
12
Allow the muffin-tops to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13
For the best taste, serve warm right out of the oven, but they also maintain their delightful flavor for days when stored properly.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main recipe name?
The recipe is for Delicious Spiced Applesauce Oatmeal Muffin-Tops.
What are the primary healthy ingredients?
The recipe features heart-healthy oats, whole wheat flour, and optional ground flax seeds.
How long should the oats be soaked in milk?
The old-fashioned rolled oats should be soaked in nonfat milk for about 30 minutes.
What type of milk is recommended?
The recipe specifically calls for nonfat milk.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to prepare the streusel topping by mixing walnuts, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon.
Can I use egg whites instead of a whole egg?
Yes, you can use either 2 egg whites or 1 whole egg.
What kind of applesauce is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
Are there any optional ingredients?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds is listed as an optional ingredient.
What spices provide the rich flavor?
The muffins are flavored with ground cinnamon and allspice.
Which dried fruits can be added for chewiness?
You can use 3/4 cup of either raisins or craisins.
How should the muffin-top pan be prepared?
Lightly coat the muffin-top pan with cooking spray for easy removal.
How much batter should be spooned into each mold?
Spoon approximately 1/2 cup of the batter into each muffin-top mold.
How long do the muffin-tops need to bake?
Bake them in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
How do you check if the muffin-tops are done?
They are done when they are golden brown and the tops spring back when lightly touched.
What is the cooling process?
Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Can I customize the nuts used in the streusel?
Yes, you can swap out the chopped walnuts for other nuts or add your favorite mix-ins.
What happens if I overmix the batter?
Be careful not to overmix to prevent the muffins from becoming tough.
What is the best way to serve them?
For the best taste and texture, serve them warm right out of the oven.
How should leftovers be stored?
Store the muffin-tops in an airtight container to maintain their flavor for several days.
What ingredients are in the streusel topping?
The topping contains chopped walnuts, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, and melted unsalted butter.
What type of oats are used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of uncooked old-fashioned rolled oats.
Is this recipe suitable for lunch?
Yes, these are described as a convenient addition to a brown-bag lunch.
What kind of flour is used for the muffin base?
The recipe uses whole wheat flour for the main batter.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Does the streusel use melted butter?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter are used in the streusel topping.
What is the texture of these muffins?
They are described as moist and flavorful with a lovely chewiness from the raisins.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe that is quick to whip up.
How much brown sugar is in the batter?
The muffin base batter contains 1/2 cup of brown sugar.