Healthy Fruitcake Muffins with Honey Apricot Glaze

Fruitcake muffins are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fruitcake. They are packed with fruits, nuts, and spices, providing a burst of flavor in every bite. The honey apricot glaze adds a touch of sweetness and complements the natural flavors of the muffins. Enjoy them for breakfast or as a delightful snack!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Healthy Fruitcake Muffins with Honey Apricot Glaze

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Baking, Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Ripe bananas, mashed
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoon Honey
• 2 tablespoon Apricot jam

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, honey, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the dried cranberries, chopped apricots, and walnuts.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. While the muffins are baking, prepare the honey apricot glaze by mixing together honey and apricot jam in a small bowl.
9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack and let them cool completely.
11. Drizzle the honey apricot glaze over the cooled muffins.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 18g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.