Are you tired of bland, boring health snacks that taste like cardboard? Get ready to revolutionize your healthy eating with these absolutely incredible Sugar-Free Plum and Quinoa Muffins! Imagine biting into a moist, delicious muffin that's not only packed with nutrition but also bursts with natural sweetness and flavor. These aren't just muffins - they're a game-changing breakfast solution that will make your taste buds dance while keeping your body happy and energized!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Healthy
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup chopped plums
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and chopped plums. Use a fork to mash the plums slightly, allowing their juices to mix with the quinoa.
- In another bowl, mix together the almond flour, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well to ensure that the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until they are frothy. Add the unsweetened applesauce to the eggs and mix until fully combined.
- Pour the egg and applesauce mixture into the bowl with the quinoa and plum mixture. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, evenly distribute the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your sugar-free plum and quinoa muffins as a healthy snack or breakfast option!
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and a more consistent texture.
- Make sure your quinoa is completely cooled before mixing to prevent soggy muffins.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense muffins. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the batter.
- Check your muffins a few minutes early - oven temperatures can vary, and you want to avoid overcooking.
- Store these muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- For added nutrition, you can experiment with adding chia seeds or chopped nuts to the batter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 35mg
