Oat Bran-Applesauce Mini Muffins

Yield

• Makes 2 dozen

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Ingredients

• Vegetable-oil cooking spray
• 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 ounces dates, pitted and chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1 cup wheat bran
• 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon old-fashioned oats

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a mini muffin pan with vegetable-oil cooking spray.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, combine applesauce, dates, wheat bran, buttermilk, egg, honey, ginger, and vanilla.
3. Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, mix flour, flaxseed, baking soda, salt, allspice, and oats.
4. Combine both mixtures: Gradually mix wet and dry ingredients until combined.
5. Bake: Divide batter into the mini muffin pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

These muffins are great for a healthy snack!