Oatmeal-Raisin Muffins

Beat the morning rush with these tasty, healthy, and customizable treats!

These muffins are exactly what we all need on busy weekdays. Their simple goodness makes it easier to start the day with a wholesome outlook. They can be prepped on the weekend, kept in the fridge, and taken out one at a time each morning. Oatmeal-raisin muffins are the unsung heroes of breakfast, delivering fiber and protein to keep tummies from rumbling for hours.

This recipe is very basic and straightforward, focusing on staple ingredients like oats, milk, flour, brown sugar, and raisins. Even better, you can customize these yummy muffins to the taste preferences and nutritional needs of everyone in your household! I suggest making two batches at a time—with unique additions in each—to have a variety of quick grab-and-go treats on hand.

Are These Oatmeal-Raisin Muffins Healthy?

Oatmeal is a source of fiber and some protein, making it an excellent addition to baked goods. These muffins are moderate in calories and fat with a reasonable amount of protein and fiber. However, they’re high in sugar, thanks to the brown sugar and the raisins—which also contribute potassium and iron along with some of the fiber. All those factors make these muffins a relatively healthy part of an overall well-balanced diet, so long as you’re careful with portion sizes.

To make this a vegan recipe, simply swap the milk for a plant-based alternative and replace the eggs with flax or chia eggs. The vegan version can be just as tasty and nutritious, especially if you choose a fortified plant milk. Flax seeds add healthy fats, more fiber, and important minerals like magnesium and phosphorus.

Variations On A Muffin

Use this oatmeal muffin recipe as a starting point for creating your own signature treats! For example, a cup of ground nuts adds to the protein, fiber, and caloric content. And sprinkling a few chopped nuts on top before baking gives the muffins a top-shelf appearance. Spread peanut or almond butter on your muffins for even more protein.

And while I love raisins, consider other dried fruits for a fun variation on your muffin theme. Dried chopped figs amp up the sweetness factor. Dried cranberries bring a little tartness to the table. If you adore a very moist muffin with pockets of juicy, tangy brightness, try adding fresh blueberries or pitted cherries!

You can also experiment with spices in your oatmeal-raisin muffins. One-fourth teaspoon of nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger will give you different—but equally delectable—flavor profiles!

Serving Suggestions

For the ultimate on-the-go breakfast or anytime meal, add a healthy smoothie to your muffins! Three of my favorites are this mind-blowingly delicious Avocado Smoothie, a simple yet yummy Coffee Smoothie, and this sweetly nutritious Kale Smoothie.

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