Maple Dark Chocolate Muffins

A Healthy and Delicious Treat by Stéphanie Côté.

These Maple Dark Chocolate Muffins, created by nutritionist Stéphanie Côté, offer a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients and the indulgent taste of dark chocolate. They are perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a guilt-free snack.

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
• 1/2 cup very dark maple syrup (for a strong taste)
• 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. Prepare the Oven: Preheat to 350° F and position the rack in the center. Line 12 muffin cups with paper or silicone liners.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the apple sauce, maple syrup, water, oil, and eggs with a wooden spoon.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle baking powder and baking soda over the mixture. Mix in the flour, oats, and chopped dark chocolate.
4. Bake the Muffins: Divide the batter among the muffin cups. Sprinkle the tops with maple sugar. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden and a knife inserted comes out clean.

Enjoy Your Maple Dark Chocolate Muffins! These muffins are not just a treat to your taste buds but also pack in nutrition, thanks to the whole wheat flour, oats, and apple sauce. The rich maple flavor combined with dark chocolate creates a deliciously unique snack.

Source: Maple from Canada