Morning Glory Muffins Baked S.M.A.R.T.
Kickstart your day with a scrumptious, Gluten-Free, Low-Starch, nutrient-rich muffin. Peetz Morning Glory Muffin recipe blends veggies, fruits, nuts, healthy fats and protein. And it's as delicious as it sounds!
Equipment
- EQUIPMENT
- Glass mixing bowls
- measuring cups
- Citrus zester
- Mixing spatula
- stainless steel whisk
- Muffin Pan
- Muffin liners
- Box grater or Food Processor with grater blade
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2½ cups S.M.A.R.T. Blend Nutritious, Low-Satarch, Allergen-Free, All-Purpose Flour 260 g
- 2/3 cup Cranberries 90 g
- 2 cups Grated carrots 200 g
- 1 cup Grated apple 150 g
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut 30 g
- 1/2 cup Pecan pieces 60 g
- 1/4 cup Oat Bran 30 g
- 1 Tbsp Baking Powder
- 2 Tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1 tbsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 3 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Raw unfiltered honey
- 2/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Orange zest
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place muffin liners in a 12-cup muffin pan.
- In a small bowl, cover the cranberries with hot water. Set them aside to soak while you assemble the rest of the ingredients.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg.
- Stir in the carrots, apple, coconut, oat bran and pecans. Blend well so everything is coated in flour, separating any lumps with your hands if necessary.
- In a separate bowl, place honey, vanilla and olive oil. Whisk well until honey is fully dissolved.
- Add eggs and beat lightly. Add orange zest and whisk again.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture. Stir until evenly moistened.
- Drain the raisins and add them to the mix, stirring gently.
- Divide the batter among the muffin cups. They will be filled to the top.
- Bake 5 minutes at 400°F, then lower the temperature to 350°F and bake another 20 minutes.
- Insert a toothpick in the center of one of the muffins to make sure it comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let muffins cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack to finish cooling.
Notes
We are introducing the first and only NUTRITIOUS, LOW-STARCH, GLUTEN-FREE Morning Glory Muffin with more than 24 Vitamins and Minerals from the energy and power of nature's food.
Here is what you’ll need:Carrots: A powerful source of beta-carotene for eye health, and adding natural sweetness and moisture to the muffin.
Apples: Contribute a sweet and slightly tart flavour while providing dietary fibre and antioxidants.
cranberries: Little nuggets of concentrated sweetness, and a great source of iron and potassium.
Pecans: A buttery crunch, packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, fibre, and essential minerals like manganese and zinc.
Unsweetened Shredded Coconut: Lends a tropical flair and adds another layer of texture, while offering fibre and healthy fats.
S.M.A.R.T. Blend: An excellent source of superfoods and ancient whole grains, this flour makes our muffins hearty and filling.
Oat bran: A concentrated source of nutrients, including vitamin E, folate, and omega-3 fatty acids. Baking Powder and Baking Soda: The leavening agent that ensures your muffins rise properly and have a light, fluffy texture.
Salt: Needed to help development to provide structure to the muffins.
Honey: Its natural sweetness is more complex than refined sugar, and provides added antioxidants.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: For its heart-healthy monounsaturated fats which can help lower bad cholesterol.
Eggs: The binding agent that contributes structure to the muffins, and are an excellent source of protein and B vitamins.
Vanilla Extract: For its sweet, aromatic flavour.
Orange Zest: Provides a burst of citrusy brightness.
Cinnamon, Ginger, & Nutmeg: Warm, sweet-spicy flavours with potential health benefits, like lower blood sugar levels, digestive aid, anti-inflammatory properties, and antioxidants.
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