Made with whole wheat flour, coconut oil, apple sauce and maple syrup these Healthy Apple Muffins will be your new favorite fall snack.
Don’t be Fooled
Muffins are an interesting breed. Sometimes grocery stores like to masquerade cake without frosting as a muffin. So you think you’re getting something semi-healthy when really you’re just eating dessert. Muffins are supposed to have a different texture than cake! And these muffins are made with no sugar, I used pure maple syrup instead. I also used coconut oil and applesauce to replace any canola oil or butter.
Apple Picking
Does it matter what types of apple you use in baked goods? Yes! It effects the texture and how sweet your treat is! In a recipe like this, most of the sweetness will be based off your apples. So pick a sweet apple! I used Honeycrisp because I like the way they bake and they’re super sweet! Granny Smith is always a fine and safe option but they’re more on the tangy side, that’s why most people love to mix Granny Smith with sweeter apples in their pies. There are plenty of great apple options, just find what your grocery store has available and these Healthy Apple Muffins will be a hit! You can also try our Healthier Caramel Apple Cake!
Not Nuts about Nuts?
I used walnuts in this recipe because I love walnuts with all the warm fall flavors. If you or your kids don’t love them like I do, then leave them out! Swap in some pecans or go nut-free! I like to use them for the texture and the added protein. It makes me feel fuller longer so I don’t end up snacking on whatever I can find 30 minutes later. We all know how that goes. You can always chop up the nuts super fine if your kids aren’t wild about them.
Matching Making Muffins
You can serve these warm, cooled, with honey butter, jam, or if you’re really feeling crazy…a scoop of vanilla ice cream. But they really don’t need any additions, they can go stag into a lunch box or be served as an after school snack by themselves. But if you are looking to dress them up a smidge for book club or a potluck, then I would suggest a vanilla glaze. It adds just a touch of sweetness and a ton of glamour.
Overall, these muffins are a snap to make! The only major tip I would tell you is the same tip for any muffin recipe… don’t over mix! If you do, you’ll risk getting a tough muffin and no one wants that.

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These are so delicious! And so addictive!
Any substitute for the coconut oil? Thanks!
Any type of oil or even melted butter will work!
I just made these with my son yesterday and they came out moist and delicious! Thank you for the recipe. I didn’t have coconut oil so I used melted butted instead without any issue.
So glad you liked them! Yes you can use any other liquid oil and it should work fine.
I just made it. This is so good! I bet my kids will be so happy with this muffin. Thanks!
Why would you add salt to children’s ‘super healthy’ muffins?
You can always leave it out! Make each recipe your own! It’s always a balance to try and get the taste right and keep as much flavor as possible!
Can I replace the whole weat flour for white flour? I know it won’t be as healthy but will they still have the right taste and texture?
Yes of course! You can always swap out white for wheat or wheat for white!
My picky 10 year old eater has been loving these…I bumped up the cinnamon just a bit and went to one cup of maple syrup… more for my taste than his. Very moist. I want him to feel full in the morning at school, and this with a green juice on the side has been doing the trick.
I LOVE that! And I love the changes you made!
Can I use raw honey instead of maple syrup? Will it change the taste too much?
You can make that swap! The maple syrup but gives a deeper flavor, but you’ll still love the muffins with honey!
Hi! What can I use to sub the egg and make it vegan?
Thanks!!
You should be able to use applesauce!
Do these freeze well? Thinking ahead for a weekend excursion with 4 little ones!
What can I use instead of egg?
Sadly, my 14 and 10 year old didn’t like them. They came out moist and fluffy but just not much flavor. Probably calls for more syrup and more salt. I also used Fuji apples, so that might have been part of the problem.
Thanks for sharing the idea 🙂