Pina-Colada Muffins

It is TGIF and at slightly north of worth I am trying to think of an easy way to make the weekend special. Mmmmm, muffins. Here is my healthier version of a recipe from our very good friends, Joe and Cindy, at Magnolia Plantation B&B Inn, Gainesville, Florida. http://www.magnoliabnb.com/index.shtml


These muffins will make your kitchen smell wonderful and they will transport you to the tropics. Bon Appetit!






Ingredients:

• 1 lb box of organic yellow cake mix



• 1 tsp organic coconut extract



• 1 tsp organic rum extract



• 1 cup organic (unsweetened) coconut flakes/chips



• 1/2 cup organic chopped nuts (unsalted)



• 1- 8 ounce can of organic undrained crushed pineapple

Instructions:





Prepare cake mix following the package instructions. See below:

• I use organic applesauce in place of cooking oil/butter or shortening when called for in a recipe.



• I also use organic egg whites/free range eggs.

Add other ingredients. Mix 1 minute-do not overmix. Grease muffin tins and fill 3/4 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.


Until next time...