Updated October 15, 2024 Apple Zucchini Muffins-these healthy whole wheat zucchini muffins are easy to make, popular with kids and adults and use up that summer zucchini! They freeze well too! I wanted the muffins to be on the somewhat healthy side so we used whole wheat flour, applesauce, and zucchini. The applesauce and zucchini keep the muffins super moist without adding fat. There is a little bit of oil, but not much. The muffins also have cinnamon, allspice, and chunks of apples. Before baking, we sprinkled the muffins with cinnamon and sugar, which gave the muffins a sweet and pretty crust! These muffins make a great grab and go breakfast or snack.
How to Make Healthy Zucchini Muffins
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a muffin pan with paper liners or spray with cooking spray. Set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and all-spice. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, applesauce, oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not over mix. Gently stir in the grated apple, zucchini, and chopped apples. To make the topping, combine turbinado sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir well. Fill the prepared muffin pan with muffin batter, filling each cup about ¾ the way full. Sprinkle each muffin with cinnamon sugar topping. Bake for 20 minutes, or until muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Let muffins cool to room temperature and serve.
How to Store
Store the muffins covered on the counter for up to 3 days. The zucchini muffins freeze beautifully! Let the muffins cool completely and store in a freezer bag or freezer container for up to 3 months. Thaw and enjoy!
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