Indulge in these delicious and healthy blueberry oatmeal chia seed muffins. Packed with nutritious ingredients like blueberries, oats, and chia seeds, these muffins make for a perfect breakfast or snack option. They are super easy to prepare and contain no refined sugars. The chia seeds add a lovely crunch and provide an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. These muffins are moist, flavorful, and sure to be a hit with your family and friends!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with muffin liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, coconut sugar, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delicious blueberry oatmeal chia seed muffins with a cup of coffee or tea!
Interesting Facts
Chia seeds were a staple food for the ancient Aztecs and Mayans, who believed they provided great energy and stamina.
Blueberries are packed with antioxidants, which help protect the body against free radicals and promote overall health.
Oats are a great source of fiber and can help lower cholesterol levels.
Coconut sugar is a natural sweetener that is less processed and has a lower glycemic index compared to refined sugars.