Apple and Oat Bran Muffins
This apple and spice muffin recipe is low in fat and calories. With its make-ahead batter, you can enjoy these treats fresh from the oven any morning of the week.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
33 mins
Servings:
Makes 12 muffins
Ingredients
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1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour
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1 cup oat bran
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1/3 cup packed brown sugar
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2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 cup buttermilk
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2 egg whites
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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3/4 cup shredded, peeled apple
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Nonstick spray coating
Directions
1.
In a medium bowl stir together flour, oat bran, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2.
In a small bowl combine buttermilk, egg whites, and oil. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in shredded apple. Store batter, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
3.
To bake, spray muffin cups with nonstick spray coating. Spoon about 1/4 cup batter into each muffin cup. Bake in a 375 degrees F. oven for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Makes 12 muffins (12 servings).
Nutrition information
Calories 124, Total Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 162 mg, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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