Now that Fall is in the air…well I suppose it’s more than just in the air…it is officially Fall! Needless to say, cooler air means my stove can return to full duty! Which means…baking!
Muffins can be a not so good treat (i.e. mega-sized cake style commercial muffins) BUT they can also be a handy & healthy, on-the run treat! Whether it’s a quick breakfast on the go or a hearty snack, muffins can be a great way to pack a lot of good, into a little package! These are some of my favorites–heart healthy flax, bran and packed with nutrition (carrots, apples, raisins and more)!
Bran Flax Muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups white flour
- ¾ cup flaxseed meal
- ¾ cup oat bran
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups finely shredded carrots
- 2 peeled and shredded apples (I usually leave the peel on!)
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
- ¾ cup soy milk or regular milk
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 Tbsp Vegetable oil
Directions:
- Mix together flour, flaxseed meal, oat bran, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Stir in carrots, apples, raisins and nuts (if desired).
- Combine milk, beaten eggs, vanilla and oil. Pour liquid ingredients into dry ingredients.
- Stir until ingredients are moistened. Do not over mix. Fill muffin cups ¾ full.
- Bake at 350F for 15-20 minutes.
Makes 15 muffins
Nutrition Info: 137 calories, 25g carbohydrate, 8g dietary fiber, 9g fat, 198mg sodium
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