Golden Maple Nut Oat Muffins
These Golden Maple Nut Oat Muffins are the perfect morning treat! Enjoy the rich flavor of pure maple syrup combined with the wholesome goodness of oats and the delightful crunch of walnuts. With a subtle sweetness, these muffins are not only heartwarming but also healthy, making them an ideal start to your day. Originally from the Pillsbury Complete Book of Baking, they've earned a cherished spot in many kitchens for their simplicity and delightful taste.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
quick-cooking rolled oats
1 cup (none)
milk
1/2 cup (none)
pure maple syrup
3/4 cup (none)
margarine or butter, melted
1/4 cup (melted)
egg
1 (none)
all-purpose flour
1 cup (none)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (none)
cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (none)
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing only the bottoms or lining them with paper baking cups.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats with milk. Allow the mixture to sit for about 5 minutes, letting the oats absorb the moisture for a better texture.
3
Add the maple syrup, melted margarine (or butter), and the egg to the oat mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until the dry ingredients are moistened. Overmixing can lead to dense muffins.
5
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
6
Distribute the prepared batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each cup about 2/3 full to allow room for rising.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean.
8
Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
9
Note: For mini muffins, reduce the baking time to 8-10 minutes, conducting the same toothpick test for doneness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Golden Maple Nut Oat Muffins?
They are a wholesome morning treat featuring pure maple syrup, oats, and walnuts.
What is the flavor profile?
These muffins have a rich maple flavor combined with wholesome oats and a crunchy walnut texture.
What is the source of this recipe?
This recipe originally comes from the Pillsbury Complete Book of Baking.
What oven temperature is needed?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees Celsius.
How do I prepare the muffin tin?
You can either grease only the bottoms of a 12-cup tin or use paper baking cups.
How long do the oats soak?
The quick-cooking oats should sit in milk for about 5 minutes before adding other ingredients.
What liquid do the oats soak in?
The oats are soaked in 1/2 cup of milk.
Can I use butter?
Yes, you can use 1/4 cup of either melted butter or melted margarine.
How much maple syrup is required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of pure maple syrup.
Is pure maple syrup necessary?
Yes, using pure maple syrup provides the best rich flavor for these muffins.
What kind of oats are used?
The recipe specifies using 1 cup of quick-cooking rolled oats.
How much flour is used?
You will need 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
What spice is added?
The recipe includes 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
When do I add the walnuts?
Gently fold in the walnuts after the dry ingredients have been moistened by the wet mixture.
How many walnuts are needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts.
How full should I fill the cups?
Each muffin cup should be filled about 2/3 full to allow for rising.
How long is the standard baking time?
Bake the muffins for 15 to 20 minutes.
How do I check for doneness?
Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, they are done.
Can I make mini muffins?
Yes, this batter can be used to make mini muffins.
What is the mini muffin bake time?
Mini muffins should be baked for 8 to 10 minutes.
How should they cool?
Let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Can I eat them cold?
They can be enjoyed either warm or at room temperature.
Why soak the oats?
Soaking allows the oats to absorb moisture, which results in a better muffin texture.
How many ingredients are there?
There are 9 main ingredients in this recipe.
How much baking powder is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of baking powder.
Is there an egg in this recipe?
Yes, one egg is included in the wet ingredients.
Why should I avoid overmixing?
Overmixing the batter can cause the muffins to become dense.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe uses standard all-purpose flour.
Is this recipe good for breakfast?
Yes, they are described as a perfect morning treat and an ideal start to your day.
Are these muffins considered healthy?
Yes, they are described as heartwarming and healthy due to the wholesome oats and walnuts.