Gluten-free Macadamia nut & Raisin Muffins - Recipe

1 cup soya bran
1 cup finely ground, roasted macadamia nuts
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 tbsp. butter, melted and cooled
4 tbsp. vegetable/olive oil
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup raisins
4 tbsp. roughly chopped macadamia nuts (if desired)

Preheat the oven to 375F. In a medium bowl mix the bran, nuts, sugar and baking powder with a whisk. In a large bowl beat the eggs, oil, butter and milk on medium speed. Add in the soya bran mixture slowly while beating until nearly combined. Fold in the raisins and roasted macadamia nuts with a large spoon or spatula. Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter into each well of a muffin tin lined with baking cups. Bake for 9-11 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle the tops with chopped macadamia nuts. Return to oven and bake for an additional 9-11 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for 30 minutes.

To turn these muffins into cupcakes, try topping them off with rum raisin or macadamia nut frosting.

Makes approximately 12 muffins

*If you have dogs and you like to share some of your snacks with them, like I do, be sure that you DO NOT share this one with them. Both macadamia nuts and raisins are toxic to dogs! For this tasty, and healthy snack, save it for the fur-less members of your family.*