Description:

Low fat muffins

Source:

Angela Creighton

Serves/Makes:12

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) flour
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) baking soda
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml) baking powder
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml) nutmeg
• 2 egg whites
• 3/4 cup (175 ml) brown sugar
• 3/4 cup (175 ml) chunky applesauce
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) plain nonfat yogurt
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) finely shredded orange peel
• Nonstick spray coating

Preparation

• In a medium mixing bowl, mix all ingredients just until combined.
• Spray muffin tin(s) with nonstick spray coating.
• Pour batter into cups.
• Bake in a preheated 400 degree (200 C.) oven for 15 to 18 minutes.
• Cool 5 minutes then remove.

Comments

Variation: Recipe can be made into an 8" quick bread. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes. Optional:nuts and/or raisins