Gingerbread Muffins

Nothing says Christmas like the smell of gingerbread baking in the oven. And no better time to eat gingerbread than for breakfast! What makes this recipe especially great for breakfast is the whole grain base, chia, and flax seeds that will keep you full and satisfied through the morning. A great source of protein and healthy fats. you can start your day knowing you did something great for your body. Plus, they taste good. A fully satisfying experience! Start your morning with a little Christmas with this recipe.

Ingredients

3/4 cup whole wheat flour

3/4 cup oat bran

1/4 cup ground flax seed

2 Tbsp chia seed

1/4 cup sugar

1-1/2 tsp cinnamon

1-1/2 tsp ground ginger

1 tsp ground cloves

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup molasses

1/2 cup applesauce (no sugar added)

1 egg

1/3 cup canola oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Grease 12 muffin tins.
Mix flour, oat bran, flax, chia, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the molasses, apple sauce, egg, and oil.
Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
Fill 12 muffin tins to about 3/4 full. Bake for 15 - 17 minutes until muffin tops spring back when lightly touched. Be careful not to overbake. Enjoy!