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Pumpkin Raisin Muffins

Serves 12

All the flavors of pumpkin pie, with the addition of raisins, combined in an easy to prepare muffin.

Pumpkin Raisin Muffins

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon light molasses
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 24 packets Equal® sweetener*
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

*Substitute 1 cup Equal Spoonful for the packets.

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners; set aside
  • Combine pumpkin, oil, egg, egg whites, molasses and vanilla. Stir in combined flour, Equal, raisins, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt just until all ingredients are moistened. Fill prepared muffin cups about 2/3rds full.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Remove muffins from pan and cool on wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 160
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 16 mg
  • Sodium: 204 mg

Exchanges

  • Fat - 1-1/4
  • Starch - 3/4
  • Fruit - 1/2