Calypso Muffins

Like a ray of tropical sunshine in the morning, combining the taste of banana, coconut, and pineapple with just a hint of nutmeg.

Step: 1

In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. stir in oats, and cook 1 minute. Cover, and remove from heat; allow to cool.

Step: 2

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour a muffin pan, or use paper liners.

Step: 3

In a large bowl, combine flour, bran, sugar, baking powder, and nutmeg. Make a well in the center, and add mashed banana, cooked and cooled oatmeal, egg, pineapple, coconut milk, and coconut extract. Mix until smooth. Scoop into 12 muffin cups.

Step: 4

Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown, and tops spring back when lightly tapped.

Per Serving: 158 calories; protein 3.3g; carbohydrates 26.6g; fat 4.9g; cholesterol 15.5mg; sodium 129mg.

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To made this in a dough , add all the menus to your breadmaker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

A bread first rising can be make in the fridge overnight . This slows down the time it takes to rise to double its size, giving it a deeper flavour. It’s also a great timesaver , as you can work it yesterday , then finish it off the next day.