Very Berry Muffins

My latest concoction. This power food is great for on-the-go snacking. Staying anabolic (muscle building & maintenance) means eating every 2-3 hours. So, throw a couple of these in your bag and stay strong all day long. Bake ahead, wrap individually, and store in refrigerator. They disappear quickly or I would suggest freezing them, also.
Ingredients:
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 - 3/4 cups baking sweetener, such as Splenda
1 tbs. baking powder
1 tsp. ground cinnamon or 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 tbs. ground flaxseeds
11 oz. can light mandarin oranges
2 egg whites
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup frozen mixed berries (rasp., blackberries, & blueberries or similar mix)
Crush the oranges in their syrup and set aside. Mix the flour, sweetener, baking powder, cinnamon or nutmeg, and flax in a large bowl. Add the crushed oranges, egg whites, and vanilla, stir to mix well. Fold in the berries. Spray muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-17 min., or until a wooden toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Makes 12. Nutrition Info. 1 Muffin - Calories 100, Fat 1g, Carbs 19g, Fiber 2g, Complete Protein 1.5g
*Boost the protein content by adding 2 scoops vanilla whey protein powder to the mix.



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