Cinnamon Muffins
Diabetic + Heart Healthy
At about one-third the calories of fast food muffins, these cinnamon muffins are a great way to start the day. These whole wheat muffins are topped with a touch of sugar for a sweet lift.
Ingredients
- 1 cup nonfat buttermilk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup raisins
- 2 Tbsp raw sugar
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, brown sugar, oil and eggs.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, 2 teaspoons of the cinnamon and salt.
- Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the wet ingredients, stirring to just combine. Add the raisins and stir gently to combine. Divide batter among muffin cups.
- In a small bowl, combine the raw sugar and the remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top of muffins.
- Bake the muffins for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden. Cool in pan for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
This Recipe first appeared in Health eCooks®.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving size: 1 muffin
- Per Serving:
- Calories: 175
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 31mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
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Date Last Reviewed: February 6, 2017