Mini Martian Muffins

Makes 28 servings

Serving Size: 2 mini muffins

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 2 medium zucchini, grated

Choose 2 of the following. Blend together to make a frosting

• Powdered sugar
• Peanut butter
• Low-fat yogurt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar, applesauce, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
3. Combine the dry ingredients (flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, cocoa) in a separate bowl. Gradually add to egg mixture and mix well.
4. Stir in grated zucchini.
5. Fill muffin pans 2/3 full. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
6. Remove muffins from pan and allow to cool.
7. Spread mixed frosting of your choice on top of cooled muffins.