Applesauce Muffins

Most of my muffin recipes have to be doubled to feed all my boys - and even at that, the boys are cut off after four muffins. This recipe is one of the few that make 24 without doubling. And they are 24 good sized muffins. It wouldn't be difficult to cut it in half if you don't have a house full of ravenous boys, however. They freeze really well and are good with store bought applesauce or homemade. The spices make your house smell incredible while they are baking!

 

Applesauce Muffins

1 c. butter, nearly melted

 2 c. sugar

2 eggs

2 c. applesauce

1 tsp. vanilla

4 c. flour

2 tsp. baking soda

2 tsp. cinnamon

1 tsp. cloves

1 tsp. allspice

1 c. chopped nuts, optional

1 c. raisins, optional

Cream butter and sugar together then add eggs, applesauce, and vanilla. Stir well. Add flour, baking soda, and spices and stir until well combined. Add nuts and raisins, if desired. Use either cupcake wrappers or greased muffins tins and divide batter into sups equally. Will make 24 large muffins. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden brown.