Papaya & Pineapple Muffins

Papaya & Pineapple Muffins
Preparation time:
15 mins
Cooking time:
22 mins
Makes:
12
Mood Managers: These moist tropical treats will make you feel better. Much better. They're packed with nutrient-dense complex carbs, the best kinds to help your brain ramp up production of that "woo-hoo!" chemical. The omega-3 fatty acids in walnuts and flaxseeds may offer additional protection against dark clouds - "Omega-3s are nature's antidepressants," says dietitian Esther Blum. "They combat moodiness and irritability and nourish the whole nervous system."

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups wholemeal flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup tinned pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup cubed papaya
  • 1/3 cup yoghurt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbs canola oil
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup golden syrup
  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Method

1. Preheat oven to 190°C.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon.

3. In a food processor or blender, puree pineapple, papaya and yoghurt. Mix in egg, oil, sugar and syrup.

4. Combine pineapple and flour mixtures; fold in walnuts and cranberries.

5. Spoon batter into paper-lined muffin cups. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes or until the tops spring back when lightly pressed. Cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Per muffin: 670kJ, 5g fat (0.5g saturated fat), 114mg sodium, 28g carbs, 3g fibre, 3g protein.

Source:
Women's Health
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