Best 2 Whole Wheat Date Nut Muffins Recipes

Whole wheat date nut muffins are a delightful treat that combines the wholesome goodness of whole wheat flour with the natural sweetness of dates and the nutty crunch of walnuts. These muffins are not only delicious but also packed with fiber, healthy fats, and essential vitamins and minerals, making them a nutritious and satisfying snack or breakfast option. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating perfect whole wheat date nut muffins, providing tips and tricks for achieving a moist, flavorful, and satisfying muffin that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes and techniques for making these wholesome and delightful treats.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

WHOLE WHEAT DATE NUT MUFFINS

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100% whole wheat, these muffins are best fresh out of the oven (of course) but they keep well for at least a week in an airtight container, and are also wonderful split in half and toasted. Based on a recipe from Horn of the Moon cookbook.

Provided by terril_lee

Categories Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/3 cups whole wheat pastry flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup honey
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup dates, chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375.
Spray muffin tin with oil (or use paper liners).
Mix the flours, baking powder, and salt together.
Beat together the oil, honey, eggs, milk and vanilla.
Mix the dates with the dry ingredients, then add the wet ingredients. Finally, stir in the walnuts.
Fill muffin tins, adding a few coarsly chopped walnuts on the top if you'd like.
Bake 25 minutes, until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 31.8, Sodium 174, Carbohydrate 42, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 20.6, Protein 6.3

WHOLE WHEAT DATE NUT MUFFINS

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This is my latest favorite muffin recipe! I love to have healthy muffins on hand for a quick breakfast option. I freeze the muffins after they cool and reheat them for 1 minute in the microwave before eating.

Provided by julan

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 serving cooking spray
1 cup buttermilk
⅓ cup honey
½ banana, mashed
¼ cup canola oil
1 egg
2 tablespoons egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon flax seeds, or more to taste
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
18 dates, pitted and chopped, or more taste
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners.
Beat buttermilk, honey, mashed banana, canola oil, egg, egg white, and vanilla extract together in a bowl.
Combine whole wheat flour, baking powder, flax seeds, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Mix in dates and walnuts. Pour in buttermilk mixture; mix batter until blended.
Scoop batter into the prepared muffin tin.
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 218.6 mg, Sugar 17.5 g

Tips:

Use ripe dates: Softer dates are easier to blend, resulting in a smoother muffin batter.
Soak the dates: Soaking the dates in hot water for 5-10 minutes will plump them up and make them easier to blend.
Use unsweetened almond milk: This will help keep the muffins from being too sweet.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the muffins tough.
Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the muffins are cooked through.

Conclusion:

These Whole Wheat Date Nut Muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They are packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, and they are naturally sweetened with dates. They are also easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying breakfast or snack, give these Whole Wheat Date Nut Muffins a try!