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Amberly Vahn

Nutritious Quinoa Muffins for Cozy Mornings

These delightful quinoa muffins are nutritious, easy to make, and perfect for festive snacking or cozy holiday mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa preferably white or red
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup almond milk or your choice of milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon and a pinch for topping
  • 1/2 cup optional add-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease your muffin tin or line it with paper liners for easy cleanup.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the almond milk, vegetable oil, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix. If using, fold in any optional add-ins.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full. Sprinkle a light dusting of cinnamon on top.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Testing this recipe reminded me of the joyous simplicity of baking—it's a reminder that healthy doesn't mean compromising flavor.