Muffin Mixes
*For a special gift,
include a muffin tin with this mix.
1 1/2 cups all purpose unbleached flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup quick cooking rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 Tbsp finely snipped chopped candied lemon peel
1/2 cup snipped dried cherries, strawberries, apples,
or apricots 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Layer all ingredients in a 1 quart canning jar.
Tap gently between layers to settle before adding the next.
Add additional dried fruits to fill in any small gaps if necessary.
GIFT TAG DIRECTIONS:
Beat 1/4 cup melted butter, 1 cup milk (or vanilla yogurt)
and 1 egg together in a mixing bowl until combined.
Stir in contents of jar. Spoon into 12 greased muffin cups
and bake at 400 F for 20-25 minutes or until done.
Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan.
Transfer to a wire rack and cool slightly; serve warm.