Description
These Healthy Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt Muffins are a delightful and nutritious treat, combining the natural sweetness of apples and honey with the wholesome goodness of Greek yogurt and whole wheat flour. Perfect for a breakfast on the go or a healthy snack, these muffins offer a moist texture and warm cinnamon flavor, with optional nuts for added crunch.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups diced apples (peeled or unpeeled, as preferred)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or spraying it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and spices.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the muffins tender and light.
- Add Apples and Nuts: Fold the diced apples into the batter, along with the optional chopped walnuts or pecans if using. This adds texture and flavor variety.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Evenly distribute the batter into the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
Notes
- For a sweeter muffin, you may increase the honey or maple syrup slightly.
- Use peeled or unpeeled apples based on personal preference; unpeeled will add more fiber.
- Ensure not to over-mix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
- Substitute nuts with seeds for a nut-free option.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
