Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins, where moist pumpkin puree meets creamy Greek yogurt for a wholesome treat. These muffins are not just delicious; they pack a nutritional punch with fiber and protein, making them perfect for breakfast or a snack. Whether enjoyed plain or jazzed up with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips, these muffins are sure to please both kids and adults. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, they are ideal for meal prep, allowing you to savor their goodness throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 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 mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla essence until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix whole wheat flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just blended.
- Fill muffin tin about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (about 60g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg