Carrot Apple Cinnamon Muffin Bites

Unlike the cashew butter cookies, you can certainly tell that these are wholesome! Yet they are so comforting in their flavour, texture and nourishment that they’ll be a hit for all ages. Dense from the fresh carrot, oats and walnuts and bright from the cinnamon and apple, this treat perfectly expresses a fresh start to the fall. 

INGREDIANTS

• 1.5 c. oat flour or ground oats
• 1/2 c. coconut sugar 
• 1/4 c. melted coconut oil
• 1/2 c. unsweetened apple sauce
• 1.5 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 c. shredded, slightly pressed apple 
• 3/4 c. shredded, slightly pressed carrot
• 1/4 c. chopped walnuts

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. If starting with whole oats, grind them to the desired consistency.
3. Add the ground oats to a bowl, followed by the remaining dry ingredients. Next, add the vinegar. This will cause a reaction to fluff up the batter.
4. Fold in the shredded apple and carrots, then add the walnuts.
5. The batter will be very thick. Using a 1/4 cup measure, scoop the batter into your paper or silicon-lined muffin tin cups.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool before serving.