Description
Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins are a scrumptious and nutritious way to enjoy the flavors of fall any time of year. These muffins are incredibly moist and fluffy, thanks to the combination of pumpkin puree and Greek yogurt. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes, they cater to both kids and adults alike. With whole wheat flour adding fiber and maple syrup or honey providing natural sweetness, these muffins are as wholesome as they are delicious. In just a short prep time, you can whip up a batch that will fill your kitchen with inviting aromas and keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (2%)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
- 1 2/3 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla essence. Whisk until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix together whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into a greased or lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor and texture, consider mixing in nuts or dried fruit. To make these muffins even healthier, substitute half the oil with applesauce. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator.