Pumpkin-Chia Seed Muffins – Sproutpeople

Ingredients

• 1 Tbs. chia seeds , ground (use a coffee or spice grinder)
• 1 cup whole wheat or whole grain flour
• 1/2 cup white unbleached flour
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
• 2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 can (16 ounces) organic pumpkin (make sure there is only pumpkin listed on the ingredient list)
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup pure maple syrup or 1/2 cup agave nectar or a combination of the two
• 1 Tbs. vanilla
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional
• Salt and pepper to taste