Easy Applesauce Muffins

6 T. butter
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 t. baking powder
1/2 t. baking soda
1 t. cinnamon
1/2 t. salt
2 eggs
2/3 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 c. chunky applesauce

Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with baking cups and set aside.

In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter on high for about 30 to 60 seconds; set aside to cool slightly.

Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into a large mixing bowl. When mixing dry and wet ingredients for muffins, gently stir just until the flour disappears. This will produce muffins with a nice crumbly texture.

In another large bowl, whisk together the eggs and brown sugar. Stir in the applesauce and melted butter until the mixture is smooth. For mess-free muffins, use an ice-cream scoop to spoon the batter into the bake cups.

Pour the apple mixture over the flour mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon until combined (it's ready when you can't see any traces of flour).

Fill the baking cups about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 20 minutes or until light brown. Makes 12

Karen Klotzbach
Decorah, IA