Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins Recipe

By Wendy Zitzman

Both of my kids are great sleepers, which is awesome at night, but means we are often struggling to get out the door on time in the morning to schlep my son to preschool. So sitting them (and myself!) down for a healthy breakfast is practically impossible.

I needed some new ideas for something that the kids and I could eat in the car, that was filling, and that was delicious, and overall nutritious. And I hit the jackpot with these Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins.

They are so incredibly easy to make, and they come out moist, flavorful, and perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or snack. I make a big batch and then freeze them so I’ll always have some on hand for a hectic morning.

If you aren’t concerned about an increase in Points, add in some raisins, nuts, or dried cranberries for extra deliciousness.

Also, I chose NOT to use cinnamon in these as I often tire of cinnamon in almost every muffin recipe. I wanted something more “vanilla”, so I didn’t use it. But if you are a cinnamon person, feel free to add some in.

My husband loves them as a healthy snack with his coffee in the afternoon, and I LOVE having a low Points muffin that tastes incredible and helps satisfy me. Tired of your office tempting you with those carb-heavy bagels? Make a few dozen of these Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins and treat everyone to a healthier option!

These were so good and have definitely become a staple around here.

Moist, filling and incredibly delicious, these tasty muffins are a wonderful breakfast on the go or a healthy snack. They are simple to make and can easily be frozen and reheated. And they are a real treat with that morning cup of coffee.

4 from 11 votes

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Prep TimePrep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Cook TimeCook Time 15 minutes mins

Total TimeTotal Time 1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

ServingsServings 12

CaloriesCalories 86 kcal

Equipment

1 Oven

Ingredients

1 cup old fashioned rolled oats - (not instant)
1 cup fat free milk
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 large egg
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the oats and milk. Cover, refrigerate, and let sit for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners or spray with nonfat cooking spray.
In a medium sized bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar.
Remove oats from refrigerator, and add in the egg, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
Add the wet mixture to the dry, and stir until just combined. Do not over mix.
Pour muffin mixture into muffin pan, and place in oven. Bake for about 15 minutes or until muffin is cooked through and a toothpick comes out dry when inserted. Remove from muffin pan and place on cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 muffinCalories: 86 kcal (4%)Carbohydrates: 16.1 g (5%)Protein: 2.7 g (5%)Fat: 0.8 g (1%)Saturated Fat: 0.2 g (1%)Cholesterol: 16 mg (5%)Sodium: 168 mg (7%)Potassium: 106 mg (3%)Fiber: 1.5 g (6%)Sugar: 6.1 g (7%)Calcium: 40 mg (4%)Iron: 0.5 mg (3%)

Course: Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, Snack Recipes

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AuthorWendy Zitzman

As your average, every day, All American woman, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts and ideas on many different topics that interest me such as dieting, health & fitness. Trust me when I tell you that this is one site you NEED to bookmark! I have the most amazing recipes with Weight Watchers Points that you won’t believe are low calorie! As an avid Weight Watchers follower, I have learned so many helpful tips and tools over the years that I am eager to share.

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18 Comments

Bentley Callahan1 year ago
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Ok, so these sounded delicious so I wanted to make them; but I didn’t have some of the ingredients, so I improvised:
Unsweetened almond milk
Made oat flour using blender and enough oats to create one cup.
The muffins were more like mini cakes; but so, so good.
Jenny4 years ago

Just made these! Love them and they are only 2 points on the purple plan. Will be making again!
Linda Lowe7 years ago

Are these points Smart points or points plus?
- LaaLooshPost Author7 years ago
  
  These are the old Points Plus.
Michelle M Tucker10 years ago

In the oven now. I had to order the pastry flour online but could not wait to try these
I substituted and used ww flour. Add some cinnamon as susan suggested
Colleen10 years ago

Great recipe, thank you! I added 1 small apple chopped and really loved the flavor of the muffins and agree with you that omitting cinnamon gave a nice vanilla flavor. I just started WW again to try and lose some baby weight and I am really looking forward to trying your recipes out. Just found your site and first recipe was a success!
Amy Romine10 years ago

How much mixture do you pour into each muffin cup?
Megan10 years ago

Can you use instant oatmeal and just not have it sit overnight?
Megan10 years ago

Could you use instant oats instead and just not let it sit overnight?
Susan11 years ago

I added some cinnamon, they were fantastic.
Debi11 years ago

Won’t let me pin it to Pinterest…says wrong URL.
Ashley11 years ago

What if we don’t have the liquid egg? Small town girl. Walmart is over 30 miles away. I have eggs though! What would be substitute?
- LaaLooshPost Author11 years ago
  
  You can just use the whites from an egg. Use two whites.
Amy11 years ago

Brown sugar is listed as an ingredient, but the directions don’t state when it should be incorporated into the mix.
- LaaLooshPost Author11 years ago
  
  It’s listed in Step 3….it should be mixed in with the dry ingredients. :)
- Jodi11 years ago
  
  Step #3 states to add the sugar :)
Terry11 years ago

Is pastry flour the same as regular flour? Never heard it referred to as such.
- LaaLooshPost Author11 years ago
  
  Essentially, yes. But it is ground finer, so it gives a better, less dense result when cooked.

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