Cranberry Orange Muffins

Name: Cranberry Orange Muffins
Yield: makes 12 muffins
Ingredients: 2 large eggs, or 4 large egg whites or 1/2 cup egg substitute; 1/2 cup light agave nectar; 1/4 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt; Juice plus freshly grated zest of 1 orange; 1/2 cup wheat bran; 2 cups sprouted whole wheat flour or sprouted spelt flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped

December 9, 2011

Cranberry and orange is a classic, tangy flavor combination. Stock up and freeze fresh cranberries when in season for baking throughout the year. For a sweet and chewy alternative, try fruit-sweetened dried cranberries, which are similar to raisins.

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