Easy Cinnamon Spiced Muffins with Applesauce | Gluten-Free & Vegan Options

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and cost-effective.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a medium bowl, mix together 2 cups of gluten-free flour, 1/2 cup of coconut sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of apple pie spice. Whisk to combine.

In a separate large bowl, add 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 1/3 cup of pure maple syrup, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Whisk until well-combined.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir by hand until well mixed.

Place muffin cup liners into 12 cavities of a regular size muffin tray and spray each liner with nonstick cooking spray.

Distribute the muffin batter into all 12 cups, filling them about two-thirds to three-fourths full.

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon over each muffin.

Bake muffins in the preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Wait at least 3 to 5 minutes before removing the muffins from the pan to keep their shape.

If serving within the next 24 hours, keep muffins at room temperature uncovered. For longer storage, line the bottom of a Tupperware container with a paper towel, add muffins, and place another paper towel on top to absorb excess moisture.

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