Oatmeal muffins with dried apricots

3 servings

30 minutes

Oatmeal muffins with dried apricots are a cozy treat that warms with the aroma of spices and delights with a soft texture. Inspired by European baking traditions, these muffins combine healthy oatmeal and sweet dried apricots, creating a harmonious flavor with light nutty and caramel notes. Kefir adds tenderness to the dough, while cinnamon and nutmeg provide warm spicy undertones. They are perfect for morning tea or coffee and make an excellent healthy dessert. The ease of preparation makes them a favorite recipe for family gatherings and cozy evenings.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 434.3
• Proteins: 16.9g
• Fats: 9.8g
• Carbohydrates: 73.2g

Ingredients

• Oat flakes: 1 glass
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Oat flour: 0.7 glass
• Kefir: 1 glass
• Dried apricots: 10 pc
• Sugar: 1 tbsp
• Salt: pinch
• Nutmeg: pinch
• Cinnamon: 0.5 tsp
• Soda: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Pour kefir over the oatmeal, mix well, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oat flakes: 1 glass
   • Kefir: 1 glass

2. Add eggs, baking soda, salt, sugar (I have a sugar substitute), cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour. Mix everything.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Soda: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon
   • Cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Nutmeg:  pinch
   • Oat flour: 0.7 glass

3. Cut the dried apricots into small pieces. Add to the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dried apricots: 10 pieces

4. Pour the prepared dough into the molds. Fill the molds to 2/3 full.

5. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Bake the muffins for 20-25 minutes.