Pumpkin Muffins

Yield: 12 servings




Speed: Variable
Time: 10 to 25 seconds
Bake Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

1/2 cup (120 ml) egg substitute or 2 large eggs
1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
1 cup (245 g) pumpkin, cooked
1/4 cup (60 ml) skim milk
3/4 cup (150 g) sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 3/4 cups (210 g) whole wheat flour
1/2 cup (58 g) walnuts, chopped
 
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray muffin pans with non-stick spray or line with paper baking cups.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine salt, baking soda, allspice, cinnamon and unbleached flour, stir well. Set aside.
3. Place eggs, olive oil, pumpkin, milk and sugar into the Vitamix container and secure lid.
4. Select Variable 1.
5. Turn machine on and quickly increase speed to Variable 8.
6. Blend for 10 seconds. Remove lid plug. Add flour mixture through the lid plug opening. If necessary, use the tamper to press any ingredients into the blades while processing.
7. Blend just until all ingredients are moistened. Do not over mix.
8. Stir in chopped nuts by hand. Spoon into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup 3/4 full.
9. Bake 20-25 minutes.
 
 

Health Classification: Diabetic Friendly, Low Cholesterol, Heart Healthy, Vegetarian
 
Meal Type: Syrups & Batters, Breads/Dry Ingredients
 

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 muffin
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199  
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g
Saturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 322mg
Potassium 187mg
Total Carbohydrate 28g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 14g  
Protein 5g  
Vitamin A 1%
  • Vitamin C 1%
    Calcium 3%
  • Iron 8%
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:
      Calories: 2000 2500
    Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
    Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g
    Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg
    Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
    Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g
    Dietary Fiber   25g 30g
    Calories per gram:
    Fat 9
  • Carbohydrate 4
  • Protein 4