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Fluffy Healthy Pumpkin Oat Muffins

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These fluffy, healthy pumpkin oat muffins are a moist, tender breakfast treat made with simple ingredients like rolled oats and pumpkin puree. They are naturally low in fat, easy to prepare, and perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 cup (240g) Pumpkin Puree
  • 2 large Eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) Maple Syrup
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Coarse Sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
  2. Prepare the oats by pulsing them in a food processor until they resemble coarse flour, or leave them whole for a chewier texture.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the oats (or oat flour), whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract, whisking until uniform.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula until just moistened. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Sprinkle with chopped nuts or coarse sugar if desired, pressing them in slightly.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Measure flour by spooning it into the cup and leveling it off to avoid dry muffins. Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better emulsification. Do not open the oven door while baking to prevent collapsing. If pumpkin puree is watery, drain it before using. Muffins freeze well for up to 3 months.

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