Apple Oatmeal Muffins

Found this in Woman's Day Summer 2023...haven't tried yet.

 

2 1/2 c old fashioned oats, divided

1/2 tsp grated nutmeg

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 c pecans, roughly chopped

1/4 c applesauce or oil

1/3 c honey, warmed

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

3/4 c milk or unsweetened almond milk

2 granny smith apples, peeled, finely diced (2 cups)

 

Heat oven to 375°. Place 12 cup muffin pan with cupcake liners and lightly spray.

In food processor, pulse 1 cup oats until very finely ground to resemble coarsely milled flour; transfer to a large bowl. Whisk in nutmeg, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir in half of pecans.

 

In medium bowl, whisk together applesauce and honey, then whisk in eggs, vanilla, and milk. Add egg mixture to oat mixture and stir to combine, then fold in apples and remaining 1 1/2 cups oats. 

 

Divide batter among prepared muffin cups (heaping 1/4 cup each) and top with remaining pecans. Bake until tops no longer look shiny, 20-25 minutes. Store muffins in airtight container up to 4 days.