Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
Indulge in the delightful warmth of these healthy pumpkin muffins, perfect for chilly autumn mornings. Moist and fluffy, they are infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, offering a guilt-free treat that is both delicious and nutritious. Ideal for breakfast or as an afternoon snack, these muffins can be customized with nuts or chocolate chips to suit your cravings. Enjoy the comforting aroma filling your kitchen while you savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix canned pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Optionally fold in nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups about three-quarters full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg