These whole wheat muffins are a healthy and delicious breakfast option. Made with nutritious whole wheat flour and sweetened with honey, these muffins are a great way to start your day. They are moist, fluffy, and packed with flavor. You can customize them by adding your favorite mix-ins like berries, nuts, or chocolate chips. This recipe is easy to follow and yields perfectly tender muffins that your whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mix-ins (berries, nuts, chocolate chips, etc.)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the mix-ins of your choice, such as berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Interesting Facts
Whole wheat flour is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making these muffins a nutritious choice for breakfast.
Using honey as a sweetener adds natural flavor and health benefits.
You can store these muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze them for longer shelf life.