Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 unit

cooking spray

for coating

6 unit

eggs

large

0.25 cup

applesauce

unsweetened

1 cup

all-purpose flour

sifted

0.33 cup

rolled oats

old fashioned

1 tbsp

baking powder

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.25 tsp

pepper

ground black

0.5 cup

shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

0.25 cup

chopped fresh parsley

or dried parsley flakes

2 tbsp

imitation bacon bits

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 375F.

Step 2
~3 min

Evenly coat 12 (3-inch) muffin cups with cooking spray.

Step 3
~3 min

In a large bowl, beat together eggs and applesauce until well blended.

Step 4
~3 min

Add flour, rolled oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pepper to the egg mixture.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~3 min

Beat until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6
~3 min

Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, parsley, and imitation bacon bits.

Step 7
~3 min

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.

Step 8
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned and the top springs back when lightly touched with a finger.

Step 9
~3 min

Cool in the muffin pan for 5 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove muffins from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add vegetables like spinach or shredded carrots for added nutrients.

Use different types of cheese for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fruit.

Pair with yogurt or cottage cheese.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Greek yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday breakfasts

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Kid-friendly meals

Popularity Score

75/100

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