MUFFIN MADNESS

 
Muffins These may be the ideal cycling snack. It's just a handful in size, and can be tailored to your needs. The only drawback is that they tend to crumble the longer they are in your jersey. Here's one recipe for an example:

• Oatmeal raisin muffins
  
  
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat (or white) flour
  • 1 cup uncooked oatmeal
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons sugar (try honey if you'd like)
  • 1/2 cup raisins (other fruits are optional)
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup nuts if desired (they are high in fat)
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup non fat milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • Preheat oven to 400 F. Mix flour, oatmeal, baking powder, sugar, and raisins in a large bowl. In a second bowl beat egg whites, then stir in milk and oil. Add liquid to flour mixture and stir till blended - do not overmix. Bake 15 to 20 min. until muffins spring back when touched.