Make Ahead Muffins

I've been making these delicious muffins for almost 10 years. This giant recipe makes 3 batches - you keep the mix in the fridge and pull it out when you want a fresh batch. It's so easy when you get up before the kids and throw a batch of these in the oven - enjoy a healthy breakfast of warm muffins, fruit, and a glass of milk.



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Make Ahead Muffins

3 c flour
3 c oat flakes
5 tsp baking powder
1.5 tsp salt
1.5 tsp cinnamon
1.5 tsp nutmeg
1 c brown sugar
1/2 c white sugar
1.5 c butter, softened

Add-Ins
1 c nuts
1.5 c raisins
1.5 c dried fruit
orange zest from 1-2 oranges, depending on your taste

**I am always changing up the add-ins - coconut, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, dates, flax seeds, etc.**

3 containers for storing muffin mix

For each batch you will need:
1 1/4 c milk (I use buttermilk for extra 'ooomph')
1 egg

Mix flour, oats, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and sugars into a very large bowl. Using clean hands, squish the butter into the dry ingredients until well combined. Add the add-ins until combined.

Divide the mix into 3 containers. Date the containers - the mix will keep for about 5 weeks in the fridge.

To make a batch, add a beaten egg and milk to the container of mix, put the lid on, and shake the container (or throw everything in a bowl and give it a stir with a spoon). Divide the batter into greased muffin tins and take at 350 for 15-20 minutes.

This make a terrific eco-friendly gifts that can be mailed in advance to arrive before the celebration.

If you'd like to share your make ahead recipes, I would be happy to create a post with various links and recipes. :)