Apple Oatmeal Muffins



Ingredients

  • 2 cups apples, peeled and shredded (4 large)
  • 1½ cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 cup old fashioned oats
  • ⅔ cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon 
  • ¼ cup fat-free milk
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fat-free Chobani Greek Yogurt
  • 2 egg whites
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  

Nutrition

  • Amount: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 140
  • Fat (g): 4
  • Sat. Fat (g): 0
  • Carb (g): 25
  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Protein (g): 5

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Directions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line muffin tin.
  • Peel, then shred the apples until you reach the core using the large side of the box grater. Put in a strainer to remove juice.
  • Spoon flour into measuring cups and level with a knife. Place flour in a large mixing bowl and add oats, walnuts, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Stir with a whisk.
  • Combine milk, oil, vanilla, yogurt and egg whites, stirring until well blended in another bowl.
  • Add wet ingredients to flour bowl and stir until just moist. Squeeze shredded apple to get rid of excess moisture, then add and stir.
  • Spoon batter into a lined 12-cup muffin tin. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve.

Cooking Tip

Apples that are crisp and crunchy work best, such as granny smith or fuji. For less mess, use an ice-cream scooper to spoon batter evenly into each slot. Add powdered ginger or nutmeg for a warm “spice cake” flavor.

Performance Fact

These muffins provide a good source of fiber, high quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The fiber and protein will keep you feeling full while also aiding digestion and helping to build muscle. The Omega-3’s in walnuts help decrease inflammation and aid in recovery after an intense workout.