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Sweet Potato Muffins

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These Sweet Potato Muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with warm spices and natural sweetness. Made with mashed sweet potatoes, cinnamon, and vanilla, they’re a delicious and wholesome option for breakfast, snacks, or a healthier dessert. Meal-prep friendly and freezer-safe, they bring the comforting flavors of fall to your kitchen year-round!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • ½ cup rolled oats (optional, for texture)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (about 1 medium sweet potato)
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce or Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins:

  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (for a sweeter twist)

Instructions

Prepare the Batter:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk mashed sweet potatoes, honey, eggs, applesauce (or yogurt), coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

2. Combine & Mix:

  • Gradually mix wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Gently fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips (if using).

3. Bake the Muffins:

  • Scoop batter evenly into the muffin cups.
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

4. Cool & Serve:

  • Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Vegan Version: Use flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) and coconut yogurt.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • Extra Spice: Add ¼ teaspoon ground ginger or cloves for a deeper flavor.
  • Streusel Topping: Mix ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp butter, and 2 tbsp flour for a crunchy top.

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