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spiced butternut squash muffins

Spiced Butternut Squash Muffins: Fail-proof Recipe

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  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Enjoy these moist and flavorful spiced butternut squash muffins. They are perfect for a fall breakfast or a holiday treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups oat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together oat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine butternut squash puree, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fill muffin liners about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • You can substitute pumpkin puree for butternut squash puree.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For gluten-free option, ensure your oat flour is certified gluten-free.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg