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)
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 12-cup muffin tray with nonstick cooking spray; or insert paper baking cups into tray.
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Combine egg, orange juice, canola oil, apples, flour, sugar, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly, until well blended.
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Pour batter into prepared muffin tray.
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Prepare topping in a small bowl by combining cinnamon, brown sugar, and walnuts if using. Sprinkle topping over each muffin.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until toothpick comes out dry.

