Sweet Potato Butter Bean Indulgence Muffins
Enjoy the rich, wholesome flavors of sweet potatoes and creamy butter beans in these gooey muffins. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, these muffins combine the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the comforting texture of butter beans, creating a delightful treat that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven for an irresistible experience!
ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup canned butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, butter beans, brown sugar, applesauce, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- 3.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- 4.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the sweet potato mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5.
Fold in the walnuts if using for added crunch.
- 6.
Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- 7.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9.
Serve warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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