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    Home » Recipes » Breads and Muffins

    Healthy Granola Muffins

    UPDATED Oct 26, 2018 · PUBLISHED Sep 3, 2014 BY Marjory Pilley · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Granola does double duty in these Healthy Granola Muffins. It's mixed into the batter for pops of crunchy flavor and beautifully crowns the top of this healthy muffin. You're gonna want one for your lunchbox!

    Easy Applesauce Muffins with Crunchy Granola

    Raise your hand if you could use just a wee bit more energy. I've got both hands raised. The transition from summer to fall is swift. Lazy summer days have quickly turned into a marathon of carpooling, homework and after-school activities.

    Healthy, portable snacks are in high demand, especially ones that pack some protein too. Enter my newest go-to recipe...

    Healthy Granola Muffins

    These muffins taste as good as they look. You'd never know that they're made with no oil (applesauce does the job of keeping them super moist) and a whole wheat flour blend.

    Easy Applesauce Muffins with a Crunchy Granola Topping

    I've got a trick that makes them simple to make and super tasty. Rather than chopping up nuts or fruit, just mix granola into the batter. As for the eye-catching topping, spoon more granola over the batter before baking.

    Easy Applesauce Muffins with a Crunchy Granola Topping

    I was thrilled to find a new product to use in this recipe: Nature Valley™ Protein Granola. The Oats 'n Honey variety perfectly complements the apple flavoring of these muffins...but, there's more to like.

    A ½ cup Nature Valley™ Protein Granola provides 10 grams of protein and 22-26 grams of whole grain, at least 48 grams of whole grain recommended daily.

    Easy Applesauce Muffins with a Crunchy Granola Topping

    So...these easy-to-make, healthy muffins get a protein boost too! Easy applesauce muffins with a crunchy granola topping are a triple threat and that's why it's my new favorite muffin recipe! 🙂

    Easy Applesauce Muffins with a Crunchy Granola Topping

    Come to think of it, I'm in need of an energy boost...right now. I'll take two please!

    Please rate this recipe and tag @DinnerMom or #DinnerMom if you make it. We love to see what you are cooking up!

    Easy Applesauce Muffins with Crunchy Granola

    Healthy Granola Muffins

    Easy applesauce muffins have a crunchy granola topping that's mixed in the batter too. Enjoy these for breakfast or for a healthy, on-the-go snack.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 6 Muffins
    Calories: 132kcal
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour or unbleached all purpose flour
    • ¼ cup sugar or stevia blend
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 egg lightly beaten or egg replacer
    • ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
    • ½ cup granola divided

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Combine flour, sugar,  salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon in a bowl.
    • Stir egg and applesauce into the dry mix just until everything is moistened and combined.
    • Fold in ¼ cup granola.
    • Fill 6 muffins tins lined with paper liners or coated with cooking spray about ⅔ full. (Tip: If using paper liners, spritz them with cooking spray too!)
    • Spoon 1 Tablespoon of granola over each tin with muffin batter.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are firm and granola just begins to brown a little.
    • Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the tin and then remove to a wire rack to cool further.

    Notes

    Because no oil is used in the muffins, it is important to allow the muffins to cool completely before peeling off the paper liners. For best results cook in a muffin tin coated with cooking spray.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 155mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Easy Applesauce Muffins with Crunchy Granola Topping

    Enjoy!

    Healthy Applesauce Granola Muffins Recipe

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    1. Whitney @ www.sweetcayenne.com

      September 03, 2014 at 7:27 am

      Apple season is here! Can't wait to make apple baked goods and these muffins look so hearty and delicious. Better double up on the recipe because between me and my husband, they will be gone in no time!

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      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 9:44 am

        They freeze well too!

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    2. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living

      September 03, 2014 at 8:09 am

      Love the crunchy granola topping on these muffins!

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      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 9:43 am

        There's a little bit of crunch in every bite! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour)

      September 03, 2014 at 8:20 am

      I've been on a mission lately to find healthier breakfast items for my family. These muffins are just that! Perfect! I can't wait to give them a try.

      Reply
      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 9:43 am

        Thanks Kim! I hope you enjoy them!

        Reply
    4. Rebecca {foodie with family}

      September 03, 2014 at 9:11 am

      Hot diggity dog! Those look fantastic!

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      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 9:42 am

        Thanks Rebecca! They taste as delicious as they look!

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    5. Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats

      September 03, 2014 at 10:06 am

      I always need more energy! These look like the perfect grab and go breakfast as we enter fall and crazy busy season!

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      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 10:26 am

        Thanks Julie! I'm always on the look out for recipes that give you an energy boost. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Marisa @ Uproot from Oregon

      September 03, 2014 at 10:22 am

      How did you know I already had this granola ready to go at home!? 🙂 Seriously though, a perfect use for leftover granola (not that I know what that is..).

      Reply
      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 10:25 am

        LOL! I always have granola on hand too! I add it to everything from yogurt to fruit!

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    7. Amanda @The Kitcheneer

      September 03, 2014 at 10:38 am

      These muffins look like our perfect to-go breakfast! I love the granola in the batter!

      Reply
    8. EA-The Spicy RD

      September 03, 2014 at 10:50 am

      Yum! I'd definitely like to try making a gluten-free version of these muffins. I'm pretty sure my kids would love them too 🙂

      Reply
      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 11:14 am

        Awesome! I'd love to hear how they turn out!

        Reply
    9. Tara

      September 03, 2014 at 10:57 am

      These look like fantastic muffins for back to school, delish!!

      Reply
      • Marjory

        September 03, 2014 at 11:13 am

        Thanks! Muffins are a lunch box staple around here!

        Reply
    10. The Food Hunter

      September 03, 2014 at 11:56 am

      these do sound easy

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    11. [email protected] Mom

      September 03, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      Love muffins look perfect for fall!

      Reply
    12. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats

      September 03, 2014 at 3:30 pm

      Love the crunchiness from the granola on top... sounds aamazing!

      Reply
    13. Meseidy

      September 04, 2014 at 9:48 am

      Great to make ahead for an easy on the go breakfast!

      Reply
    14. Paula - bell'alimento

      September 04, 2014 at 2:05 pm

      What a great make ahead breakfast!

      Reply
    15. Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos

      September 04, 2014 at 6:26 pm

      These are perfect for those grab and go mornings!

      Reply
    16. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic

      September 05, 2014 at 11:59 am

      LOVING the granola on top of your muffin! Looks very soft and delicious.

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    17. Lauren @ Healthy Delicious

      September 06, 2014 at 9:08 am

      These are gorgeous and such a fun twist on a streusel topping

      Reply
    18. Lizzy

      November 01, 2018 at 8:47 am

      5 stars
      Made these last night with a coconut granola blend and they were a big hit. Trying a cinnamon granola blend next!

      Reply
      • Marjory

        November 01, 2018 at 9:05 am

        I'm so glad you enjoyed them! Love the blends that you tried!

        Reply
    19. Ali

      November 06, 2020 at 10:10 pm

      These look so good! And just what I need for a birthday party for a nutritionist 🙂 I only have bleached all purpose flour....do you think that would work?

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      • Marjory Pilley

        November 09, 2020 at 8:56 am

        Absoutely!

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