Bauer House Oatmeal Spice Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups quick oats
• 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup wheat germ
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar or sucanat
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon clove
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup dried currant (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Stir together dry ingredients (flour through allspice).

2. 2

   Beat remaining ingredients with fork, except currants. Add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

3. 3

   Stir in currants (if using).

4. 4

   Let batter sit 5-10 minutes.

5. 5

   Spoon into sprayed muffin cups and bake 20 minutes at 400 degrees, until golden and firm. Remove to rack to cool slightly, then serve warm.