Wholesome Zucchini Oat Muffins
Enjoy guilt-free indulgence with these moist and flavorful zucchini and oat muffins, sweetened naturally with delicious pureed prunes. These wholesome treats contain no added sugar, making them perfect for a nourishing breakfast or a satisfying snack. Packed with goodness, these muffins are a delightful way to sneak in some veggies and fiber into your day.
ingredients
- 1 ½ cups grated zucchini
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup pureed prunes
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup almond milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional mix-ins: chopped nuts, raisins, or dark chocolate chips
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2.
In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pureed prunes, applesauce, almond milk, and eggs until well combined.
- 4.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. If desired, fold in any optional mix-ins.
- 5.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- 6.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8.
Enjoy these wholesome zucchini oat muffins as a delicious and nutritious treat!