Start off your New Year with a new mindset towards healthy eating. Making healthier food choices is a fantastic way to kick off the new year with more energy and focus. Not only will it feel empowering but you can make this new lifestyle fun as well! With January being National Oatmeal Month, try out this recipe for Apple Oatmeal Muffins that are perfect for easing into healthier choices this winter season because of their comforting and naturally sweet flavor! They can be made in batches and kept in the freezer for later. You can also substitute whole wheat flour to make your muffins heartier and more nutritious.

Recipe: Apple Oatmeal Muffins

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup milk, non-fat
• 1/3 cup applesauce, unsweetened
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tart apple, cored & chopped

Directions:

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Preheat oven to 400 °F.
3. Place 6 cupcake holders in baking tin.
4. In a mixing bowl, add milk and applesauce. Stir until blended.
5. Stir in flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. Mix until moistened (do not over mix).
6. Gently stir in the chopped apples.
7. Spoon into cupcake holders.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
9. Cool in pan 5 minutes before serving. Store unused portions in an airtight container.

Optional toppings: raisins, walnuts.

Originally from MyPlate