Healthy Carrot-Banana Muffins
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
For the Glaze:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Mix Wet and Dry:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Add Berries and Walnuts:
Gently fold in the mixed berries and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed in the batter.
6. Fill Muffin Cups:
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
7. Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Make the Glaze:
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
9. Glaze the Muffins:
Once the muffins have cooled, drizzle each muffin with a spoonful of the healthy glaze.
10. Serve:
Enjoy these world-class Antioxidant Berry Walnut Muffins with a delightful and nutritious glaze.
Optional Tips:
You can experiment with different combinations of berries for variety.
For an extra burst of flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to the glaze.
Top each muffin with a few extra berries and chopped walnuts for a beautiful presentation.
These muffins offer a perfect balance of sweet, tart berries, crunchy walnuts, and a healthy glaze, making them a delightful and nutritious treat. Enjoy these antioxidant-rich muffins as a wholesome snack or part of a balanced breakfast.