Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins, a perfect balance between nutrition and flavor. These muffins are moist, tender, and packed with the rich taste of pumpkin puree combined with creamy Greek yogurt. Ideal for breakfast or as a nutritious snack, they cater to all ages, making them a family favorite. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy these delightful muffins that not only satisfy your cravings but also provide a healthy twist on traditional recipes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned)
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 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) and prepare your muffin tin by lining it with liners or greasing it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla essence until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine whole wheat flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with batter and bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg