
Two-ingredient muffins with spice cake mix and applesauce
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12
12 muffins
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Two-ingredient muffins with spice cake mix and applesauce
Incredibly easy muffins made with just spice cake mix and applesauce—no eggs, no oil, no butter. The easiest muffin recipe that produces surprisingly moist, flavorful results.
5m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
12
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
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These applesauce muffins are famous for their simplicity—just two main ingredients stirred together and baked. The applesauce replaces eggs, oil, and water, creating incredibly moist muffins with a warm spice flavor.
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Shop muffin tin options for this recipePreheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and applesauce until just combined. Fold in extra cinnamon, nutmeg, and raisins if using.
Divide batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
Sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the top of each muffin.
Bake 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes in the pan.
Serve alongside fresh fruit and your favorite morning beverage
Pair with crispy bacon or sausage links for a hearty start
Arrange on a platter for easy sharing at your next gathering
Pair with your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor
Add your own spice blend for more control
Creates a pumpkin spice version that is equally easy and delicious
Don't overmix—a few lumps are fine and overmixing makes the muffins tough.
Use unsweetened applesauce since the cake mix already contains plenty of sugar.
Store in an airtight container up to 5 days. Freeze up to 3 months.
Warm in the microwave for 15 seconds.
Per serving (0mg) · 12 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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