Super Hero Blueberry, Molasses, & Beet Muffins

“Super Hero Muffins are BACK by popular demand!” via Shalane Flanagan

As much as I LOVE these Super Hero Muffins, this new version is AMAZING!

Like I mentioned in this post, the original recipe came from this awesome Cookbook called Run Fast East Slow by marathoner and Olympic athlete Shalane Flanagan and her dear friend Elyse Kopecky. I absolutely love this cookbook. It’s chocked full of recipes that are great for runners, athletes, or anyone to be honest!

If you haven’t heard, they’re second book is available NOW. I was so excited I pre-ordered it! WOOT WOOT! One of the first things I made were these Super Hero Muffins x 3.

Don’t forget the butter!

Since I still have plenty of wild blueberries on hand and I LOVE molasses, it wasn’t hard to fall in love with Shalane’s new favorite muffin. Molasses is so good for runners since it’s high in blood-building iron and beets…LOVE!

If you haven’t tried my favorite Beet Smoothie, you’re totally missing out! Beware…I think non-beet lovers will be amazed at how delicious they can be when hidden in smoothies and muffins.

Remember to gather your ingredients in advance. Whenever I bake, ~~which isn’t often~~, having all your ingredients prepped and ready in advance really speeds up the process. As mentioned in my last post, I much prefer cooking over baking but hey, even though I WILL NEVER EVER have those low five minute splits like Flanagan did in NYC, I love discovering how Olympic athletes fuel!

Shalane Crossing the NYC Finish Line Last year! MY HERO!

Seriously, ”What kind of magical sustenance is this woman consuming in order to perform like a freaking Wonder Woman?” I can’t wait for this years NYC marathon. Unfortunately I didn’t make the lottery pick again this year, which was part of the reason I ran Wineglass. It wasn’t quite as convenient since it was quite the drive from my cousins home, but it turned out to be an unforgettable trip. Not my best marathon, but every time I finish one, I am learn something and this year was no different. Maybe next year will be my lucky year.

In any case, make these muffins to enjoy after your next run, walk, workout, or anytime snack!

SUPER HERO MUFFINS #3 ~ BLUEBERRY MOLASSES BEET MUFFINS (adapted from RUN FAST, COOK FAST, EAT SLOW)

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups almond meal
1 1/2 cups gluten free old-fashioned rolled oats
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon fine pink Himalayan Sea Salt
1 cup grated, raw beet, peeled
3 eggs
1/3 cup blackstrap molasses
6 tablespoons melted coconut ghee or butter
1 cup frozen wild organic blueberries

DIRECTIONS:

Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Line a standard muffin tin with paper muffin cups.
In a large bowl, combine the almond meal, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, molasses, and melted coconut ghee. Add to the dry ingredients, mixing until combined. Fold in the blueberries
Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling each to the brim. Bake until the muffins are browned on top and ta knife inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze.