Low Fat Morning Glory Muffins |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Lovely muffins packed with succulent bits of raisins and carrot, studded with crunchy sunflower seeds, and permeated with the flavors of orange and cinnamon. Served with fresh fruit and scrambled eggs, these are great for a special breakfast! Ingredients:
2/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds |
1 cup whole wheat flour |
1/2 cup unbleached flour |
1 teaspoon baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon cinnamon |
1 egg |
2 tablespoons oil |
3/4 cup grated carrot |
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce |
1/2 cup packed brown sugar |
1/2 cup orange juice |
1 teaspoon vanilla |
1/2 cup raisins |
Directions:
1. Combine dry ingredients (flour through cinnamon) in large bowl.
2. Whisk together egg and oil till smooth in medium bowl.
3. Add all remaining ingredients (except raisins) and whisk till blended.
4. Stir in raisins.
5. Add wet ingredients to flour mixture, and whisk just until combined.
6. Divide batter among 12 sprayed or lined muffin cups, filling cups nearly full.
7. Bake at 375°F until muffins have risen slightly and are golden brown, 25-30 minutes.
8. Serve warm, refrigerate, or freeze.
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