Happy Apple Zucchini Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
2. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon; set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, eggs, applesauce, zucchini, and vanilla extract.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Stir in oats and walnuts.
6. Spoon batter into greased muffin tins, filling each tin 3/4 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Applesauce is a great substitute for oil in baking recipes.
• Zucchini is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and other nutrients.
• Oats are a great source of whole grains, fiber, and nutrition.