Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with the creamy texture of Greek yogurt. These muffins are not only moist and flavorful but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Perfect as a quick breakfast, a satisfying snack, or even a sweet dessert, they cater to all ages with their natural sweetness from pumpkin and maple syrup. The warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg create an inviting aroma, making them a cozy addition to any morning or afternoon. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can bake these muffins effortlessly and enjoy them fresh from the oven or stored for later.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 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, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup (or honey), Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla essence. Whisk until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added nutrition and texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips. To make these muffins gluten-free, substitute whole wheat flour with a gluten-free blend containing xanthan gum.