How to Make Quinoa Squash Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quinoa squash muffins are a delicious and nutritious option for breakfast or a quick snack. These muffins are packed with protein and fiber thanks to the addition of quinoa, and they also boast a cozy, autumnal flavor thanks to the butternut squash. Whether you're looking for a healthy way to start your day or a tasty treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea, these quinoa squash muffins are sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch ground cloves (Optional)
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg (Optional)
  • 1 pinch ground allspice (Optional)
  • 1 pinch ground ginger (Optional)
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper (Optional)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded squash
  • 1 ½ cups plain yogurt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 muffins

  • Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 18 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Mix all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
  • Stir squash, yogurt, brown sugar, raisins, walnuts, eggs, and vanilla together in a large bowl. Add flour mixture to squash mixture; stir. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    161 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 202mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 179mg