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Skinny Pumpkin Quinoa Muffins

Skinny Pumpkin Quinoa Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Skinny Pumpkin Quinoa Muffins, a perfect blend of health and taste that elevates your morning routine or snack time. These muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with nutritious ingredients like quinoa and pumpkin puree, making them an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy a guilt-free treat. Easy to prepare, they require minimal effort and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dairy-free chocolate chips. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or stored for meal prep, these muffins are sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 1/4 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 cup quinoa flakes
  • 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean powder (or 1 teaspoon extract)
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  2. In a small bowl, combine flaxseed meal and water; let it sit to thicken.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: oat flour, quinoa flakes, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mash banana and mix with pumpkin puree, non-dairy milk, maple syrup, and flax mixture until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir until just combined.
  6. Spoon batter into muffin cups about three-quarters full and bake for 23-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool before serving.

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