Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins
Healthy Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Muffins are the perfect autumn treat that combines delicious flavor with nutritional benefits. These muffins are moist and fluffy thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt, which provides protein and creaminess. Made with wholesome ingredients, including whole wheat flour and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these pumpkin muffins are ideal for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. Plus, they’re kid-friendly and a great way to sneak in some veggies without anyone noticing. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or freeze them for a convenient snack later!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 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
- 2 teaspoons vanilla essence
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix 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.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg