Description
Wholesome Dried Apricot Muffins are a delicious and nutritious treat that perfectly blend the natural sweetness of dried apricots with hearty rolled oats. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these muffins are versatile for any occasion—from brunch parties to quick on-the-go options. Their moist texture and rich flavor make them stand out from typical muffin recipes, promising to become a beloved staple in your baking collection. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, these muffins cater to both kids and adults alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as part of your meal prep for busy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup turbinado sugar
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 3 tbsp neutral cooking oil
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp rolled oats (set aside 1 tbsp)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch salt
- 1/3 cup dried apricots, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing it or lining it with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together turbinado sugar, whole milk, cooking oil, maple syrup, and egg until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in minced dried apricots until evenly distributed.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups about two-thirds full; sprinkle reserved oats on top if desired.
- Bake for approximately 23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg