Easy Spelt Apple Muffins: 10 mins prep. 20 mins bake

Sue Maree P -

These Easy Spelt Apple Muffins come together in just 30 minutes! With only 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of baking, they are the perfect choice for a quick breakfast or energising snack. Made with wholesome spelt flour and sweet apple chunks, these muffins are not only soft and flavourful but also a delightful treat for any moment of your day.

Takes = 10 minutes
Bakes = 20 minutes
Makes = 12 large muffins or 16 smaller muffins

Ingredients

  • Whole grain Spelt flour (or your choice) – 200g (about 1.5 cups)
  • Ground cinnamon – 2 tsp
  • Bicarbonate of soda – 1/2 tsp
  • Baking powder – 1/2 tsp
  • Brown sugar (light or dark)* – 120g (1/2 cup)
  • Large Egg (beaten) – 1 (or flax eggs)
  • Sunflower, olive, coconut or melted butter – 60ml
  • Milk (I use oat or pea milk) –125ml, 1/2 cup
  • Apples, chopped finely – 450g (4-6 depending on size)
  • Vanilla essence or paste – 1 teaspoon
  • Add a little cinnamon and white sugar to the top
  • pinch of salt (optional)

Method

Step 1
PREP. oven 190˚C, 170˚C fan and grease or line muffin tray. Peel, core and finely dice apples, drizzle lemon juice from 1/2 a lemon to stop them from going brown.

Step 2
WHISK all dry ingredients, sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt.

Step 3
WHISK egg, melted butter/oil and vanilla in a glass jug or small bowl until combined. Combine both wet and dry until smooth.

Step 4
SCOOP out into muffin trays until about 3/4 full for smaller muffins, add to the add a little cinnamon and sugar to the top and bake for 20-25 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes.

Sue Maree P Baking Tips

  • Brown Sugar – could be swapped out for coconut sugar or a natural sweetener. If using a liquid sweetener mix with liquid ingredients.
  • Flours – feel free to swap out for your favourite flour