Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick cooking spray.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and applesauce until well blended.
• Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
• Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
• Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
• Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.