Royal Recipe: Cocoa Walnut Muffins

What could be better on a cold day than freshly baked, warm muffins? Not a whole lot, which is why we are in love with this recipe for Cocoa Walnut Muffins. The walnuts are rich in potassium, which is a natural electrolyte that helps your muscles function normally (among other things). Serve with Greek yogurt and berries for a yummy and healthy winter snack.

Ingredients
4 eggs
½ cup milk
¼ cup brown sugar
3 Tbsp. cocoa powder
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. cinnamon
6 cups cubed whole-grain bread
⅓ cup chopped walnuts
Greek yogurt
Berries

Instructions
Blend together 4 eggs, ½ cup milk, ¼ cup brown sugar, 3 Tbsp. cocoa powder, 1 tsp. vanilla, and 1 tsp. cinnamon. Pour into a bowl with 6 cups cubed whole-grain bread. Soak 5 minutes and then stir in ⅓ cup chopped walnuts. Place in 12 greased muffin cups and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

Makes 12 servings.

Nutrition Information
389 calories per serving, 19 g protein, 55 g carbs, 8 g fiber, 21 g sugar, 11 g total fat, 3.5 g sat fat, 414 mg sodium