Fruit Filled Muffins Light
Light, fluffy, and bursting with natural sweetness, these Fruit Filled Muffins Light are the perfect guilt-free treat for breakfast, brunch, or a midday snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, low-fat Greek yogurt, and an array of fresh fruits such as blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries, these muffins are a delightful way to start your day on a healthier note. The batter comes together in just 10 minutes, and you'll love how the recipe swaps traditional fats for nutrient-packed alternatives without sacrificing flavor or texture. With a subtle hint of vanilla and optional powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness, these muffins are as beautiful as they are delicious. Bake a batch of these low-fat, fruit-filled delights and enjoy a fresh, homemade treat that's light on calories but big on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.33 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups low-fat Greek yogurt (plain)
- 0.25 cups milk (low-fat or plant-based)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cups mixed fresh fruit (e.g., blueberries, diced strawberries, or raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
In a medium bowl, mix the applesauce, Greek yogurt, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-blended.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be slightly thick.
Gently fold in the mixed fresh fruit, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled muffins lightly with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
Serve and enjoy your Fruit Filled Muffins Light!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 2063 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 114.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 881 mg | 19% | |
*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.
