Maple Dark Chocolate Muffins

Maple Dark Chocolate Muffins


Pastries | Muffins

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Portions: 12

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup (preferably very dark syrup for its strong flavour)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tbsp maple sugar

Method

  1. Position the rack in the centre of the oven. Preheat to 350° F (180° C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper or silicone.
  2. In a large bowl and with a large wooden spoon, blend the sauce, maple syrup, water, oil, and eggs.
  3. Sprinkle baking powder and baking soda over all. Mix in the flour, oat flakes, and the chocolate.
  4. Divide the dough among the muffin cups. Sprinkle with maple sugar.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes or until the muffins are golden and the tip of a knife comes out clean.
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