Maple Apricot Oatmeal Muffins

Start your day on a wholesome note with these Maple Apricot Oatmeal Muffins, a delightful blend of rich, earthy flavors and natural sweetness. Bursting with chewy bites of diced dried apricots and aromatic notes of cinnamon, these muffins balance hearty rolled oats with a mix of all-purpose and whole wheat flours for a lightly textured, nutrient-packed treat. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and prepared with your choice of dairy or non-dairy milk, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, an on-the-go snack, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Quick to prepare and oven-ready in just 15 minutes, they bake to golden perfection in under 20 minutes—ideal for busy weekdays or leisurely weekends. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, and feel free to store extras for a breakfast option that’s as convenient as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup dried apricots, diced
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 0.5 cup maple syrup
• 0.25 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Fold in the diced dried apricots, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients, and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this may result in dense muffins.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876 grams (876.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2411

Total Fat 80.20g	103%
Saturated Fat 14.90g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 2359mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 392.20g	143%
Dietary Fiber 28.00g	100%
Total Sugars 179.30g
Protein 51.80g	104%

Vitamin D 154IU	769%
Calcium 498mg	38%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 2466mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.9%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 62.8%