Description
These Delicious Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt Muffins are a perfect blend of tender, moist texture with warm spices and fresh apple chunks. Packed with protein-rich Greek yogurt and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and apples, these muffins make a healthy and flavorful breakfast or snack option that captures the essence of cozy fall baking.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- â…“ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup coconut oil or melted butter
Additional
- 1 ½ cups peeled and finely diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it. This ensures the muffins bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. This combination forms the spiced base of your muffins.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the brown sugar, maple syrup (or honey), eggs, plain Greek yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, and coconut oil (or melted butter) until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently just until they are combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the peeled and finely diced apples into the batter to distribute the fresh fruit evenly without breaking the pieces down.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. For extra texture and flavor, sprinkle the tops with additional rolled oats or cinnamon sugar if desired.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean.
- Cool Down: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- These muffins are naturally sweetened with apples and maple syrup, making them a healthier alternative to traditional muffins.
- Greek yogurt adds a boost of protein, contributing to a more satiating snack or breakfast.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week to keep them fresh.
- Optional toppings like extra oats or cinnamon sugar enhance the texture and visual appeal.
- Use coconut oil for a dairy-free version or substitute with melted butter for a richer flavor.
