Prep time: 15 mins | Bake time: 20 mins | Servings: 12 muffins
Nutrition & WW SmartPoints (Per Serving / 1 Muffin)
WW SmartPoints: 4 Points
Protein: 3g
Net Carbs: 21g
Fat: 5g
Calories: 140 kcal
Description
With just 2 apples, you can bake 12 tender muffins that fill your home with a wonderful autumn scent just like Grandma’s kitchen! Packed with juicy apple bits and a warm hint of cinnamon, these light and fluffy muffins deliver nostalgia in every cozy bite.
Anti-Inflammatory Highlights
Fresh Apples: Loaded with quercetin and dietary pectin to support digestive health and combat cellular oxidative stress.
Ground Cinnamon: Packed with potent polyphenols that help regulate blood sugar spikes and provide natural anti-inflammatory benefits.
Ingredients
2 medium fresh apples (like Honeycrisp or Gala), peeled, cored, and finely diced
2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 baking flour)
1/2 cup granulated sugar or zero-calorie sweetener
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup milk (unsweetened almond or skim)
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or spray generously with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar (or sweetener), baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter (or coconut oil), and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently with a spatula just until combined (do not overmix). Gently fold in the 2 finely diced apples.
5. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Bake & Cool: Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden brown.
7. Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Lightly dust with powdered sugar if desired and enjoy warm!