Best 6 Date And Oat Muffin Recipes

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Muffins are a delightful and versatile baked good that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. They can be made using a variety of ingredients, and one particularly delicious combination is dates and oats. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for date and oat muffins, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your muffins turn out moist, flavorful, and satisfying. With their perfect balance of sweetness from the dates and heartiness from the oats, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DATE MUFFINS



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Delightfully different and studded with dates and walnuts, these quick muffins from Judy Cunningham in Max, North Dakota round out any autumn meal and are also great with coffee or as a snack. TIP: FROZEN MUFFINS STAY DELICIOUS FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup boiling water
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place dates in a small bowl and add boiling water; let stand for 10 minutes (do not drain). Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. , Add dates; beat on low speed until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon; stir into date mixture with a wooden spoon just until blended. Stir in walnuts., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Muffins may be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY OATMEAL MUFFINS



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A simple but delicious recipe for oatmeal muffins.

Provided by WHATCITY

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup milk
1 cup quick cooking oats
1 egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • In a small bowl, combine milk and oats; let soak for 15 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, beat together egg and oil; stir in oatmeal mixture. In a third bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir flour mixture into wet ingredients, just until combined. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups until cups are 2/3 full.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 171.6 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

OATMEAL DATE MUFFINS



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Adapted from a recipe in Cooking Light. These yummy, filling, healthy muffins are the perfect alternative to cereal. If you don't like dates, any dried fruit will work.

Provided by AngelaTN

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 8h15m

Yield 18 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup rolled oats
2 cups low-fat buttermilk
1 2/3 cups whole wheat flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2/3 cup chopped dates

Steps:

  • Combine oats and buttermilk and refrigerate for 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine flour, buttermilk mixture, brown sugar, canola oil, baking powder, baking soda, salt and eggs in large bowl.
  • Beat with a mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  • Fold in dates.
  • Bake in muffin tins at 350 for 12-15 minutes.
  • Cool muffins on wire rack.

DATE AND OATMEAL YOGURT MUFFINS



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Breakfast     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Date     Walnut     Oat     Winter     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup chopped pitted dried dates
1/3 cup walnuts, toasted lightly and chopped fine
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 large egg, beaten lightly

Steps:

  • In a bowl stir together the flour, the oats, the brown sugar, the baking powder, the salt, the cinnamon, the dates, and the walnuts and in another bowl whisk together the yogurt, the milk, the butter, and the egg. Stir the yogurt mixture into the flour mixture and stir the batter until it is just combined. Divide the batter among 6 paper-lined 1/2-cup muffin tins and bake the muffins in the middle of a preheated 400°F. oven for 30 minutes.

TOASTED OAT MUFFINS WITH APRICOTS, DATES, AND WALNUTS



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Toasting oats adds such great flavor to these muffins. I've tried them with chopped fresh apple and raisins too. Feel free to change up the fruits and nuts based on what you have on hand.

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground allspice
⅓ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
⅓ cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup chopped dates
½ cup butter, melted and cooled
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  • Spread oats on a rimmed baking sheet and place in the preheating oven until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Mix toasted oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and allspice in a large bowl. Add walnuts, apricots, and dates.
  • Whisk melted butter, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl. Pour over the flour mixture and mix briefly until batter is combined. Scoop batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 327.2 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

ORANGE DATE MUFFINS



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"Anyone who likes dates and the flavor of orange will think these moist muffins are a treat," confirms Rosella Peters of Gull Lake, Saskatchewan. "I get compliments each time I serve them."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup chopped dates
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Combine eggs, orange juice and butter; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in dates, walnuts and orange zest. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray or use paper liners; fill two-thirds full with batter., Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
  • Mash the bananas well: This will help to ensure that the muffins are smooth and moist.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the muffins tough.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature for a short time: This will help to create a crispy crust and a moist interior.
  • Let the muffins cool completely before frosting them: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Date and oat muffins are a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. They are packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. If you are looking for a muffin recipe that is both delicious and nutritious, then this recipe is for you.

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