This is my new favorite healthy muffin. It uses honey or pure maple syrup instead of sugar and it uses whole wheat flour. The muffins look darker than usual because I forgot I still had red wheat instead of white and I also added WAY more spices than it calls for. The recipe says to add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, but I added 2-3 teaspoons of cinnamon plus about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of nutmeg and about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of cloves. Instead of measuring, I just dumped them in. The funny thing is that you can't really tell I added so much when you taste them. I also used buttermilk instead of milk or water. I like the recipe better with melted coconut oil, but I just used olive oil this time to save a little bit of time. As you can see, following a recipe is a challenge for me. I like to use a recipe as a guide and tailor it to my preferences. This muffin is heavier or more dense than many other muffins. I have made them in the past without the oatmeal and they taste fine. I prefer using white wheat instead of red wheat.
So, why would I make these muffins when I can enjoy blueberry muffins like the ones I made yesterday? The simple answer is that the guilt level decreases significantly as the sugar decreases. And if you are trying to lose weight or eat healthy, but still want a muffin, this is a good compromise. You will definitely notice a change in the taste and density of this muffin, than regular banana muffins, but for a healthier muffin it is a good choice. I have tried to make "healthy" muffins in the past, and my husband has used the term "cardboard" muffins to describe them. Yes, he hasn't liked them. BUT, I finally got him to take a bite of these muffins and he likes them and will eat them. I was shocked. They freeze well and I love just pulling one out of the freezer for breakfast or a snack. It is better than eating chips, cookies or muffins loaded with sugar.
So, if you are trying to find a recipe that is a bit healthier, I would encourage you to try this one.
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