Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 25 mins
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Apple and Walnut Muffins
Enjoy the wholesome flavour of Australian-inspired Apple and Walnut Muffins. These muffins, filled with the crisp sweetness of locally grown apples and the earthy richness of walnuts, are a delicious combination of flavours and textures, ideal for a cosy brunch or afternoon treat Down Under.
2 cups self-raising flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch salt
3⁄4 cup brown sugar
1⁄3 cup walnuts, chopped + 2 tbs extra for sprinkling
2 medium Golden Delicious apples
2 eggs, lightly beaten
100ml buttermilk or milk
150ml rice bran oil or canola oil
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 200°C/180°C fan-forced. Line ten holes of a 1⁄2-cup capacity muffin pan with paper muffin wrappers or paper cases.
STEP 2 Sift flour, cinnamon and salt into a large bowl. Stir in sugar and the 1⁄3 cup walnuts. Peel, core and cut apples into a 1cm dice. Stir apples through mixture.
STEP 3 Whisk eggs, buttermilk or milk and oil in a jug. Using a large metal spoon, stir egg mixture into dry ingredients until just combined. Spoon into prepared pan. Sprinkle with the extra chopped walnuts. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through when tested with a skewer. Cool in pan for 10 minutes then turn onto a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Facts
Golden Delicious apples: High in dietary fiber and vitamin C, low GI (less than 55).
Walnuts: Good source of healthy fats, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Eggs: Provide protein, vitamins D and B12.
Buttermilk: Contains calcium, protein, and probiotics.
Rice bran oil or canola oil: Source of healthy fats and vitamin E
Tips and Tricks
Choose crisp apples such as Fuji or Pink Lady for added crunch. If walnuts are unavailable, pecans or almonds make excellent alternatives for a nutty flavor.
