Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Moist from unsweetened applesauce and naturally sweetened with brown sugar, these muffins are soft and full of cinnamon spice. With a combination of sodium-free baking powder and no sodium baking soda substitute, they rise well without compromising your low salt lifestyle. Ideal for kidney-friendly and DASH diet baking, they’re easy enough for beginner bakers.

Ingredients Needed

• 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce: keeps muffins moist without fat or salt.
• 1 cup brown sugar: adds rich sweetness and depth.
• ½ cup vegetable oil: for softness and moisture.
• 2 large eggs: helps bind the batter.
• 2 cups all-purpose flour: provides structure.
• 2 tsp no sodium baking soda substitute: helps the muffins rise.
• ½ tsp sodium-free baking powder: boosts rise with no added sodium.
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon: adds warm flavor.

How To Make Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Preheat Oven:
Set oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a muffin tin or use paper liners.

Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together applesauce, brown sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth.

Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, stir together flour, baking soda substitute, baking powder, and cinnamon.

Combine Wet and Dry:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Fill Muffin Pan:
Spoon batter evenly into 12 muffin cups.

Bake and Cool:
Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let muffins cool slightly before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use unsweetened applesauce to avoid hidden sodium.
• Don’t overmix—this keeps muffins soft.
• Add diced apples or unsalted nuts for texture (optional).
• Use no sodium baking soda substitutes for sodium-free rising.
• Serve warm with unsalted nut butter for a low salt snack.

How to Store & Reheat

• Room Temperature: Store in a sealed container for 2 days.
• Fridge: Lasts up to 5 days; reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds.
• Freezer: Freeze for 2–3 months. Thaw overnight or microwave from frozen.

Nutrition Facts (approx. per muffin)

• Calories: 185
• Sodium: 10–20 mg
• Protein: 3 g
• Fat: 7 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fibre: 2 g
• Sugar: 14 g

FAQs

Are apple muffins high in sodium?
Usually, yes—but this version is made with sodium-free baking powder and no added salt.

Can I use fresh apples instead of applesauce?
Applesauce gives moisture and sweetness. You can add finely diced fresh apples for texture.

What is a no sodium baking soda substitute?
Products like Ener-G or homemade potassium-based options provide rise without sodium.

Is cinnamon good for a low sodium diet?
Yes—cinnamon is naturally sodium-free and adds flavor without salt.

Can I use whole wheat flour instead?
Yes, you can swap part or all of the flour for whole wheat to add more fibre.

Try More Recipes:

• Low Sodium Chocolate Chip Muffins
• Low Sodium Bran Muffins
• Low Sodium Pumpkin Muffins

Low Sodium Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Recipe by Emma

These soft, spiced muffins are made with applesauce and cinnamon, no added salt, and sodium-free leaveners—perfect for heart-healthy baking.

Course: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

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Servings

12

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

185

kcal

Total time

30

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups unsweetened applesauce
  

• 1 cup brown sugar
  

• ½ cup vegetable oil
  

• 2 eggs
  

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
  

• 2 tsp no sodium baking soda substitute
  

• ½ tsp sodium-free baking powder
  

• 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line muffin tin.
  
• In a bowl, whisk applesauce, sugar, oil, and eggs.
  
• In a second bowl, mix flour, leaveners, and cinnamon.
  
• Stir wet into dry just until combined.
  
• Fill muffin cups and bake 20 minutes.
  
• Cool slightly before serving.