Diet Pineapple Muffins
Light, wholesome, and naturally sweetened, these Diet Pineapple Muffins are the perfect guilt-free treat to enjoy any time of day. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, crushed pineapple, and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins are packed with flavor while keeping refined sugar and unhealthy fats at bay. A dash of warm cinnamon adds a cozy touch, while optional chopped walnuts or pecans deliver a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or a healthy snack on-the-go. Whether you’re following a clean-eating plan or simply looking to indulge mindfully, these moist and tender pineapple muffins are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cups Crushed pineapple (drained, juice reserved)
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cups Honey
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the wells.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the unsweetened applesauce, honey, vanilla extract, and reserved pineapple juice (approximately 2 tablespoons).
Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the crushed pineapple and chopped nuts (if using).
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep in the refrigerator or freeze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.2 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2052 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.0 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.2 g | ||
| Protein | 48.2 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1521 mg | 32% | |
*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.
