Healthy Morning Glory Muffins (Whole Wheat Flour)

Healthy morning glory muffins make the perfect grab and go breakfast. They are loaded with a variety of add ins making them nutritious, filling and absolutely delicious.

What are healthy morning glory muffins

Healthy morning glory muffins are a delicious and filling breakfast muffin recipe. They are loaded with a variety of add ins like carrot, apple, coconut and raisins. The muffins themselves are originated by Morning Glory Cafe in Nantucket. So that’s how they got their name!

These muffins are a great way to start your morning! Since they are loaded with add in’s, they hit all the main nutrition groups: protein, fats and carbs. Also, these muffins are made with white whole wheat flour. So they are loaded with true whole grains.

These muffins take a few steps to make but trust me they are so worth it! They are a great grab and go snack, can be packed in lunch boxes, and can also be stored in the freezer for a later date. The options are endless! Keep reading to find what ingredients make up these muffins.

Ingredients needed for this morning glory muffin recipe

You will need the below ingredients to make these healthy morning glory muffins.

• Firstly, white whole wheat flour is the main flour in this recipe. It is rich in fiber and whole grains. White whole wheat flour is great to use for baking as it is neutral in taste.

• Baking powder is key as it helps puff up these muffins.

• Cinnamon adds enhanced flavor and spice!

• Baking soda also helps puff up these muffins.

• Eggs bind all the ingredients together.

• Unsweetened apple sauce adds moisture and texture. It also adds flavor and pairs nicely with the shredded apple.

• Pure maple syrup adds the perfect amount of sweetness. It is also a great all natural sweetener. Feel free to use 1/4-1/2 cup of sweetener depending on your sweetness level.

• Coconut oil is the baking fat we are working with. It adds moisture and texture! You can also use melted butter or a light oil.

• Mix ins are so necessary! Here are the ingredients we are working with: shredded apple, shredded carrots, raisins, walnuts, and flaked coconut

• Lastly, lemon juice, just 1 teaspoons of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar.

Why you’ll love these healthy morning muffins

These healthy morning muffins are not only delicious, but they are also loaded with nutritious ingredients! Below are a few reasons why you’ll love these muffins.

• The shredded carrot and apple adds the perfect amount of moisture.

• These muffins are soft and fluffy.

• They are made with wholesome and healthy ingredients.

• Morning glory muffins make the perfect grab and go breakfast.

• They are made with white whole wheat flour. So they are loaded with whole grains!

• If you’re looking for another whole wheat dessert, definitely try these whole wheat chocolate chip cookies.

How to make the best morning glory muffins

These muffins require a few simple step. The below outlines a few steps on how to make the best morning glory muffins.

Firstly, start out by preheating your oven and greasing your muffin tin.

Secondly, grab a large bowl. Add in the eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, and coconut oil and whisk until smooth. Then fold in the mix ins: shredded apple, shredded carrots, raisins, walnuts, and flaked coconut.

Thirdly, to the same bowl add in the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, cinnamon and baking soda.

Then fold everything together until fully combined and smooth.

Finally, scoop the batter into 12 muffin tins and bake for 22-24 minutes.

Enjoy! These muffins are the best when they are paired with a warm cup of coffee or tea!

How to measure flour

Measuring flour for baking can be a little tricky. We don’t want to use too much or that will result in dry baked goods. And we don’t want to use too little. So how can be get the right amount? Well, keep reading because I’ve got you covered!

Since flour can become packed down inside the bag or your storage jar, it’s always a good idea to fluff it up before measuring. Using a fork or butter knife, simply fluff it up and move it around. You don’t want to scoop packed flour as you will end up using too much flour and it will result in dry baked goods.

After you fluff the flour, gently scoop it into your measuring cup. Level it off with a knife to get an even scoop. And that’s it!

Variations and substitutes

Flour. This recipe calls for white whole wheat flour. Feel free to use white flour instead. Just make sure you use the measure the flour correctly (I have outlined how to measure flour above!)

Coconut oil is the baking fat in this recipe. Feel free to use melted butter, or another light oil of choice

Raisins. If you don’t like raisins simply omit them from this recipe. Raisins do add bites of sweetness so I recommend adding in chocolate chips instead.

Maple syrup is the all natural sweetener we are working with. Feel free to use honey instead!

How to store

If these muffins aren’t consumed in one sitting (lol!) store them in an airtight container.

They can be stored in the fridge for a week or in the freezer for 3 months. If you are storing them in the freezer, make sure you store them in a freezer friendly container. To reheat the muffins, simply defrost them at room temperature or heat them up in the microwave.

Other muffin recipes you’ll love

If you love these morning glory muffins, certainly try some of my other favorite muffin recipes below.

• Healthy Banana Chocolate Muffins

• Gluten Free Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

• Cinnamon Crumble Muffins

• Best Ever Paleo Chocolate Muffins

• Blueberry Flaxseed Breakfast Muffins

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