Honey Nut Fruit Muffins

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Honey Nut Fruit Muffins
55 min.
18
171kcal

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Start the day off right with a burst of natural sweetness and a delightful blend of flavors in every bite. These Honey Nut Fruit Muffins are the perfect addition to your morning meal, brunch, or even a quick breakfast on the go. Not only are they vegetarian and dairy-free, but they're also packed with nutritious ingredients that promise to kickstart your day with energy and vitality.

Each muffin is a treasure trove of wholesome goodness, featuring the natural sugars of pitted dates and the crisp freshness of Granny Smith apples. The addition of seedless green grapes adds a juicy pop, while the hint of cinnamon ties the flavors together beautifully. The honey, not just a sweetener but the star of the recipe, infuses these muffins with a unique depth of flavor that's both comforting and invigorating.

But what truly sets these Honey Nut Fruit Muffins apart is their hearty texture, courtesy of the self-rising flour and chopped walnuts. These ingredients create a moist, tender base that's contrasted by the crunch of walnuts, making each bite satisfying and full of surprises.

Preparing these muffins is a straightforward and enjoyable process, requiring just a handful of equipment and about 55 minutes of your time. Best of all, they're versatile enough to be enjoyed any time of the day, but there's something particularly special about savoring one warm, straight from the oven.

With a caloric breakdown that leans heavily on carbohydrates for sustained energy, these muffins are a guilt-free pleasure. Whether you're watching your protein, fat, or carb intake, you'll find these muffins to be a well-balanced treat that keeps you satisfied long after the first bite.

So why not give your morning routine a refreshing twist with these Honey Nut Fruit Muffins? Dive into a world of natural flavors and textures that promise to make your day brighter, one delicious bite at a time.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup dates pitted chopped
  •  apples i use 2 granny smith apples shredded cored peeled
  • cup grapes green seedless chopped
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  •  orange zest juiced
  • cups self raising flour 
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces chopped
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 18 muffin cups, or line with papers.
  2. Mix the water, honey, dates, and baking soda together in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the dates are soft, about 2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat, and allow to cool. When cool, pour the mixture into a mixing bowl, and combine with orange juice and zest, shredded apples, grapes, cinnamon, and walnuts; stir to combine.
  4. Mix in the flour, and spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  5. Bake until set and golden brown on top, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein7.56%
Fat12.91%
Carbs79.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.24
Glycemic Load
18.5
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.8817391576974%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.7mg
Peonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.39mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
2.28mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:171.25kcal
8.56%
Fat:2.57g
3.95%
Saturated Fat:0.27g
1.66%
Carbohydrates:35.57g
11.86%
Net Carbohydrates:33.17g
12.06%
Sugar:17.52g
19.46%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:63mg
2.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.38g
6.76%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.04%
Selenium:8.78µg
12.54%
Fiber:2.39g
9.58%
Copper:0.13mg
6.62%
Vitamin C:3.6mg
4.37%
Phosphorus:42.26mg
4.23%
Magnesium:16.64mg
4.16%
Potassium:145.42mg
4.15%
Folate:13.28µg
3.32%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.15%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.97%
Iron:0.49mg
2.73%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.43%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.31%
Vitamin K:2.3µg
2.19%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.08%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.94%
Calcium:16.37mg
1.64%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.24%
Source:Allrecipes