Diabetic Fruit Muffins
Start your day on a healthy and flavorful note with these irresistible Diabetic Fruit Muffins, a guilt-free treat perfect for anyone managing their sugar intake or looking for a wholesome snack. Packed with fiber-rich whole wheat flour and rolled oats, these muffins are naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce and bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh or frozen berries. Ground cinnamon adds a cozy warmth, while a handful of optional chopped nuts provides a satisfying crunch. Designed to be quick and easy, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under 20 minutes. These moist, low-sugar muffins are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-day pick-me-up, with the added benefit of being freezer-friendly for meal prep convenience. Try these diabetic-friendly muffins today and enjoy a nourishing snack that doesn't compromise on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups Rolled oats
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cups Milk (unsweetened almond or skim milk)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
- 0.25 cups Chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined; do not overmix as this can make the muffins dense.
Gently fold in the chopped berries and optional chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the muffins as is or with a light spread of butter or cream cheese for an extra treat. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.0 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1475 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.9 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.1 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.4 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1634 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
