Nutty Apple Muffins

Delicious muffins—top with low-fat ice cream for a light, sweet dessert.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 12

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 1/2 cups apples, peeled and diced
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Topping:

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup walnuts (optional)
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 12-cup muffin tray with nonstick cooking spray; or insert paper baking cups into tray.

  2. Combine egg, orange juice, canola oil, apples, flour, sugar, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly, until well blended.

  3. Pour batter into prepared muffin tray.

  4. Prepare topping in a small bowl by combining cinnamon, brown sugar, and walnuts if using. Sprinkle topping over each muffin.

  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until toothpick comes out dry.

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