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Greek Yogurt Apple Muffins

Healthy Greek Yogurt Apple Muffins for Guilt-Free Mornings

These Greek Yogurt Apple Muffins are a guilt-free, protein-packed treat perfect for quick mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Be sure to spoon and level to avoid dense muffins.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for browning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances out the sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds a warm aroma.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced for less sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Infuses moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Use at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can be swapped with sour cream or applesauce.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any variety works well.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps muffins moist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Diced Apple Use options like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Muffin Tin
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugars, egg, yogurt, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

These muffins are moist and tender, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Customize with your favorite apples for different flavors.

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