Wake Up Muffins Recipe

A Toddler-Friendly Breakfast Option

If your little one still isn’t interested in breakfast, offering a nutritious and easy-to-eat option can help. Our Wake Up Muffins are packed with fibre and protein, making them a great grab-and-go meal that can be enjoyed at the table or even on the way to daycare. With a soft texture and natural sweetness, they’re toddler-approved and a favourite among busy parents.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

• 1¾ cups rolled oats, ground into oat flour (or use store-bought oat flour)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Wet Ingredients:

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

Add-Ins:

• ½ cup chopped nuts or seeds
• ½ cup fresh or frozen berries

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 175°C (347°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. If you're making oat flour from rolled oats, blend them in a food processor until they reach a fine flour consistency.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, mashed bananas, eggs, honey or maple syrup (if using), and milk until well combined.
   
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
5. Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the chopped nuts or seeds and berries.
   
6. Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
   
7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
   
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with yogurt and fresh fruit if desired.
   

Storage Tips

Store muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, freeze the muffins for up to 3 months.
These muffins are a nutritious and delicious option for busy mornings, providing a good source of protein and fiber to keep your toddler satisfied.

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