Applesauce Muffins

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup applesauce ((I use sweetened))
• 1/4 cup full-fat sour cream
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt ((I use fine sea salt))

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with parchment paper muffin liners. Very lightly spray each muffin liner with nonstick cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, add the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, oil, and large egg. Stir with a wire whisk until it's thoroughly combined and darker in color.

3. 3

   Add the applesauce, sour cream, milk and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.

4. 4

   Add in the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Use a wooden spoon or rubber spatula to gently mix until combined and no flour streaks remain in the batter.

5. 5

   Divide the muffin batter evenly between the muffin cups, each one should be nearly full.

6. 6

   Bake for 17-20 minutes or until the tops are puffy, rounded, and when gently touched the muffin springs back. You can also use a toothpick to test for doneness; a toothpick inserted should come out clean and with no wet, raw batter on it.

7. 7

   Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely. These muffins can be eaten warm or let them cool to room temperature. Enjoy!