Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened apple (about 1 medium apple)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, egg, buttermilk, apple, and walnuts.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Fill the prepared muffin cups 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
Per muffin (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 200
- Protein: 6 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fat: 8 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Fluffy and moist
- Slightly sweet with a hint of cinnamon
- Hearty and filling
- Perfect for breakfast or lunch
User Comments:
- "These muffins are my new favorite! They're so easy to make and taste amazing!"
- "The apple and walnuts add a nice touch of texture and flavor."
- "I love that these muffins are made with whole wheat flour and oats, so they're a healthier option."
- "I always double the recipe because they're so popular in my house!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of milk.
- To make gluten-free muffins, use 2 1/4 cups of gluten-free flour blend.
- For a sweeter muffin, add an extra 1/4 cup of brown sugar to the batter.
- Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before removing them from the muffin cups.
