Healthy applesauce blender muffins—a wholesome and delicious snack for your toddler. This easy muffin recipe is made with gluten-free almond flour, applesauce, yogurt, maple syrup, and other pantry staples. Flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, these are naturally sweet and packed with fiber. They’re soft, moist, and freeze well.

Tips for Making BLENDER Muffins

Rather than use multiple bowls, blender muffins come together with one kitchen appliance. Applesauce blender muffins are a quick, simple, and wholesome alternative to regular muffins. Not only do they consist of healthy ingredients, but they require nothing more than a blender, a few measuring cups + spoons, and a muffin tin. Blender muffins offer versatility in flavor options, too. You can add in almond extract, blueberries, chocolate chips, etc.

How can I make my mufFins Light and Fluffy?

Room temperature eggs, butter, and milk help muffins form a smooth mixture. When heated in the oven, the trapped air expands. That expansion makes your muffins light and fluffy. In the case of this recipe, bring your eggs to room temperature before mixing them in. Also, make sure your baking powder and baking soda have not expired.

The best packaged applesauce for toddlers

When it comes to purchasing applesauce at the grocery store, aim to buy organic applesauce without any added sugar, salt, or preservatives. If it is flavored with cinnamon or pureed with pears, that’s great! Otherwise, stick to an ingredient label that is simple and short.

My favorite applesauce comes from White Leaf Provisions — a baby / toddler food company harnessing the power of regenerative farming. All of their products are organic and non-GMO, made without any harmful pesticides or fertilizers. My baby loves both their apple and pear sauce, as well as their apple and cinnamon sauce.

Apple and Pear Sauce: nutritious, naturally sweet in taste, and easy to digest. Containing powerful phytonutrients, it is not surprising that these ingredients have been popular first baby foods for generations. Both apples and pears are rich in vitamins and packed with beneficial fiber. These compounds help support the digestive system and build a healthy gut microbiome. This sauce blend is a great option on its own, or it can be used to mix with vegetable purees.

Apple and Cinnamon Sauce: offers an irresistible twist on a traditional first weaning food. Besides its tempting flavor, Ceylon cinnamon has been credited with a wide range of health benefits, ranging from anti-inflammatory properties to boosting brain function, regulating digestion, glucose levels and blood pressure. Warm and sweet in flavor, this classic recipe is a treat without any added sugar or sweeteners. A healthy family favorite that is delicious on its own or in combination with other dishes. I used this sauce for the muffins.

How to freeze and store muffins

Before wrapping and freezing, allow muffins to cool completely. To freeze, wrap securely in foil or use a Stasher bag or tupperware. The best way to store them is in a single layer. That way, they won’t freeze together. Label all packages with the name of the recipe and the date. Use within the recommended storage time for the best flavor and texture. These muffins will last for one week in the fridge or two months in the freezer.