5 18 Published Jun 10, 2022, Updated Jun 12, 2023 They’re lightly sweetened with maple syrup, but not overly sweet, so I can feel good about eating one for breakfast. Plus, the Greek yogurt adds some protein, probiotics and calcium and helps to keep these muffins super fluffy and moist. I’ve already made multiple batches so far and thanks to the different mix-in options I haven’t gotten bored yet! Plus, Olivia is obsessed with them. The strawberry version might just be her favorite!
Why You’ll Love These Muffins
They’re protein-packed so will keep you full longer. The flavor combinations are endless so you won’t get bored. Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly! They’re portable so you can take them on-the-go.
Ingredients Needed
whole wheat pastry flour – whole wheat pastry flour is the key to making these yogurt muffins light and fluffy. My go-to brand is Bob’s Red Mill whole wheat pastry flour. If you can’t find whole wheat pastry flour you can also use white whole wheat flour, a blend of all-purpose and regular whole wheat flour or just regular all-purpose flour. baking powder and baking soda – helps the muffins rise. sea salt – balances the flavors of the muffins. cinnamon – a nice warming spice for these muffins. eggs – helps bind the ingredients together and provide structure for the muffins. Greek yogurt – Greek yogurt keeps these muffins moist without a lot of added oil. I recommend using plain whole milk (full fat) yogurt for the best results. coconut oil – helps keep these muffins super moist and fluffy. maple syrup – I love using maple syrup as the natural sweetener in these muffins, but I bet honey or even monk fruit maple syrup would work fine as a substitute. unsweetened almond milk – I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but any type of milk will work, including cow’s milk. vanilla extract – a flavor enhancer. mix-ins – fresh blueberries, fresh strawberries, chopped apples or chocolate chips.
How to Make
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Line a muffin pan with paper or silicone muffin cups. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, yogurt, oil, maple syrup, almond milk and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Make sure you don’t over-mix or the muffins will be too dense after baking. Step 4: Gently fold in mix-in of choice and divide batter evenly into muffin tins. Step 5: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the muffin comes out clean. Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the pan and then let cool completely on a wire rack.
Tips for Success
Make sure you’re using room temperature milk, eggs, maple syrup and yogurt! If any of these ingredients are cool, the coconut oil will solidify and create clumps. If you notice this happening, you can set the mixing bowl on the warm part of your stovetop as the oven preheats or set the mixing bowl in a larger bowl of hot water until the coconut oil melts again. You just want to make sure you don’t get the batter too hot or the eggs will start cooking. Here’s a guide for how to bring things like butter, eggs and yogurt to room temp. When combining your dry and wet ingredients make sure you mix until just combined and don’t over-mix, otherwise your muffins could turn out too dense or rubbery. It’s even okay if there are a few streaks of flour remaining as they’ll get mixed in when you add your mix-in of choice. I highly recommend using silicone muffin liners or parchment baking cups for the best results and to prevent the muffins from sticking. Let the muffins cool for a few minutes in the muffin tin and then remove to let cool completely on a wire rack. Don’t leave the muffins in the muffin tin for too long because they’ll continue to bake and could dry out! If using paper liners, make sure to let the muffins cool completely before trying to remove the liners otherwise your muffins will likely stick.
How to Store Leftovers
After allowing the muffins to cool completely, store in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature or for up to 1 week in the refrigerator. For longer storage, you can freeze these muffins for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container or bag. I like to use my Stasher bags for easy storage. To defrost, place muffins in the fridge overnight, at room temperature or defrost in the microwave.
More Muffin Recipes to Try
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