There’s something magical about the aroma of freshly baked muffins wafting through my kitchen, especially when they’re hearty oat muffins topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. These little delights are perfect for breakfast or a midday snack!
Hearty Oat Muffins with a Crunchy Pecan Streusel
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats and milk. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to soften.
- Add honey (or maple syrup), vegetable oil, and eggs to the oat mixture, stirring until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Servings
This recipe makes about 12 muffins.
Nutrition Info
Approximate per muffin: 180 calories, 6g protein, 7g fat, 24g carbohydrates, 3g fiber.
Final Thoughts
Baking these hearty oat muffins has become a cherished weekend ritual for me. They’re not just delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients. I hope you enjoy making them as much as I do!