Moist, lightly sweet and packed with ripe pears and crunchy walnuts, these homemade muffins combine whole-wheat flour, oats, yoghurt and eggs for a more nourishing take on a classic bake. Find out what each ingredient contributes and why healthy baking doesn't have to mean giving up flavour or enjoyment.

Since it’s pear season, and especially if you happen to have pears growing in your own garden like I do, it’s the perfect time to put...