Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup diced apples (any variety)
• Chopped nuts or seeds for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

2. In a blender or food processor, blend the old-fashioned oats until they reach a flour-like consistency.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine oat flour, applesauce, mashed bananas, eggs, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.

4. Fold in diced apples.

5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.

6. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts or seeds on top of each muffin.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Once cooled, store the Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oat Muffins in an airtight container.

Enjoy these nutritious and delicious muffins as a wholesome breakfast or snack!