By: Elizabeth Katsion, Student Nutritionist It may be November, but pumpkin-spiced-everything season is far from over. Not only is pumpkin a fall favorite for Halloween decor and of course pie, but is chock-full of nutrients. Pumpkins are a squash and come with all the benefits. Vitamin E, all the B vitamins, Fiber, Potassium, and Phosphorus! Pumpkin's powerful punch also helps improve your dim-light eyesight, keep skin wrinkle free, and is a powerful force against cancer. So to protect and improve your health this fall season, here is another pumpkin recipe that can be a great snack or breakfast on the go! With only a 30 minute prep time and equipped with healthy fats, fiber and protein, this pumpkin snack brings a festive punch. Recipe from Slender Kitchen--Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins Ingredients: - 1/2 cup Pumpkin Puree - 1/2 cup Almond milk, unsweetened (or milk of your choice) - 2 Eggs (can use applesauce as a replacement to make these vegan) - 2 Tbsp Maple Syrup - 1 cup Oats - 1 tsp baking powder - 1/4 cup chocolate chips - 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice - 1/4 tsp salt - 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract Directions: - preheat the oven to 375 degrees - whisk together the eggs, pumpkin, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. - Once combined, add the oats, chocolate chips and baking powder. - Stir until combined. Pour into standard muffin tin. - bake for 18-20 minutes, ENJOY!
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