Cranberry Orange Muffins with Walnuts

3 c unbleached or whole wheat flour
2 t baking powder
1/2 t salt
1/4 c coconut oil, melted
2 T applesauce
2 eggs
1/2 c milk
1/2 c orange juice
zest of one orange
1 c chopped walnuts
1 c craisins

Preheat oven to 350. Line 12 muffin cups with cupcake liners and spray lightly with cooking spray. Mix dry ingredients, add oil, applesauce, eggs, milk, and orange juice. Stir just until combined. Fold in zest, walnuts, and craisins. Mix just until incorporated. Divide between prepared muffin cups and bake 18-20 minutes.

Chocolate-Banana Oatmeal ~ adapted from Chocolate Covered Katie

1/3 c quick cook cut oats, recommended Coach's
1 c milk
1/2 one ripe banana, mashed
2 t cocoa powder sifted
1/4 t vanilla
A few chocolate chips, just for fun

Bring milk to a mild simmer over medium heat. Stir in oats, banana, cocoa, and vanilla and cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, cover and let stand one minute. Sprinkle with chocolate chips, makes one serving.


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