Caramelized Oatmeal Raisin Muffins

Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Prepare a muffin pan with either light grease or paper liners. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add 2/3 cup rolled oats, 1/3 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and allspice. Cook, stirring frequently, until the oats are golden brown and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in 2/3 cup water and remaining 1/3 cup brown sugar. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, whisk together flour, 1/3 cup uncooked oats, baking powder, and wheat germ. (3 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and evaporated milk. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the egg mixture and the cooled caramelized oatmeal mixture. Mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a small bowl, lightly dredge the raisins in 1 tablespoon of flour. This prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the muffins. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Fold the floured raisins into the batter. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. (30 minutes)

Recipe View Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)