Mini Muffins Recipe

This easy mini-muffin recipe also works great when making regular-size muffins. Just divide batter between 12 standard-size muffin tins (3 mini muffins = 1 regular size). Try toasting the walnuts to bring out more flavor. You’ll be able to use a smaller amount while still getting great nutty flavor. Did you know walnuts are the only nuts containing a significant source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids?

Makes 36 mini muffins (36 servings, 1 muffin per serving)

Ingredients

Muffins:

¾ cup whole-wheat flour

¾ cup all-purpose flour

1 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked

⅔ cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest

½ cup finely chopped toasted walnuts*

¾ cup orange juice

⅓ cup 1% milk

1 large egg

¼ cup canola oil

Topping:

3 tablespoons quick-cooking oats, uncooked

3 tablespoons sugar

1-2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest

Preheat oven to 400 F.

Prepare mini-muffin pan with paper baking cups or vegetable cooking spray.

Mix topping ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

Combine flours, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and orange zest in large bowl. Add walnuts and mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together orange juice, milk, egg and oil until well-blended. Add to dry mixture and stir only until all ingredients are moistened; do not overmix.

Divide batter evenly between prepared muffin cups and sprinkle with a small amount of topping.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan for two minutes, and remove to wire rack.

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*Toasted walnuts: Place chopped walnuts in a single layer on a cookie sheet or pan and toast in oven (350 F) for 8-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir several times while toasting.

Nutrition information (per serving)

Calories: 75

Protein: 1g (6%)

Carbohydrates: 11g (58%)

Fat: 3g (36%)

Saturated Fat: 0g

Cholesterol: 6mg

Sodium: 82mg

Calcium: 36mg

Iron: 0.5mg

Vitamin A: 15 IU

Vitamin C: 2mg

Fiber: 1g

Kim Galeaz is an Indianapolis-based registered dietitian and owner of Galeaz Food & Nutrition Communications. As a freelance culinary-nutrition consultant, she has worked with many companies, including The Coca-Cola Company, The Kroger Company and Weider Publications, to help position and promote smart and healthy food, beverage and lifestyle choices.

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