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Pumpkin chia seed muffins

Recipe Information

Description:
Pumpkin chia seed muffins is a delicious American recipe usually served as a dessert. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 12 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 12
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Pumpkin; Chia Seeds
Category Fruit; Nuts, Fats, & Oils
Meal Breakfast; Brunch; Snack
Type Dessert; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds, ground

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour

  • 1/2 cup white unbleached flour

  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

  • 2 teaspoons baking soda

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 16 ounces canned pumpkin

  • 1/4 cup egg whites

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 1/2 cup agave nectar

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350°F.

  • Combine the ground chia seeds, whole wheat flour, white unbleached flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl

  • Mix the pumpkin, egg whites, olive oil, agave nectar, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Fold this mixture into the dry mixture.

  • Add the walnuts and mix well.

  • Scoop out the combined mixture into muffin liners.

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 169 cal

  • Total fat: 7g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 293mg

  • Carbohydrate: 24g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 3g