Flax and Fruit Muffins

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Flax and Fruit Muffins
40 min.
12
247kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with these delightful Flax and Fruit Muffins! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-morning snack, these muffins are not only dairy-free but also packed with wholesome ingredients that will keep you energized throughout the day. With a delightful blend of sweetened dried cranberries and crunchy walnuts, each bite offers a burst of flavor and texture that is sure to please your taste buds.

What makes these muffins truly special is the addition of ground flaxseed, which not only enhances the nutritional profile but also adds a subtle nutty flavor. Flaxseed is known for its health benefits, including being a great source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, making these muffins a smart choice for anyone looking to incorporate more nutritious options into their diet.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends when you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to something homemade. The ease of preparation means you can whip up a batch in no time, filling your kitchen with the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked muffins. So grab your muffin liners and get ready to enjoy a delightful morning meal that’s as good for your taste buds as it is for your health!

Ingredients

  • 15.3 oz corn muffin mix 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup ground flaxseed 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces chopped
  • 0.8 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups, or grease (or use cooking spray) bottoms of muffin cups. (For best results, use paper cups.)
  3. In medium bowl, stir muffin mix, flaxseed, cranberries, walnuts, water, oil and eggs just until blended (batter will be lumpy). Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about 2/3 full).
  4. Bake 17 to 21 minutes or until golden brown and tops spring back when touched. Cool 5 minutes; carefully remove from pan (if not using paper cups, run knife around edges of cups before removing). Cool completely before storing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories247kcal
Protein7.66%
Fat43.02%
Carbs49.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.33
Glycemic Load
0.09
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
7.1230434710565%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:246.85kcal
12.34%
Fat:12.01g
18.48%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.24%
Carbohydrates:30.99g
10.33%
Net Carbohydrates:27.13g
9.87%
Sugar:11.22g
12.47%
Cholesterol:28mg
9.33%
Sodium:307.81mg
13.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.81g
9.63%
Phosphorus:229.94mg
22.99%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.92%
Fiber:3.85g
15.42%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.28%
Folate:44.74µg
11.18%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.58%
Copper:0.16mg
7.99%
Selenium:5.39µg
7.7%
Iron:1.38mg
7.69%
Magnesium:30.67mg
7.67%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
6.99%
Vitamin K:6.66µg
6.34%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.13%
Zinc:0.6mg
4.02%
Calcium:38.89mg
3.89%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.57%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.14%
Potassium:102.04mg
2.92%
Vitamin A:82.14IU
1.64%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.63%