Good for You Chocolate Muffins

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Indulge guilt-free with these "Good for You Chocolate Muffins," a wholesome twist on a classic favorite! Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar, these muffins deliver the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and healthy ingredients. Moist and tender thanks to Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce, each bite is as satisfying as it is nourishing. With the option to add dark chocolate chips for an extra touch of decadence, these muffins are great for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Ready in just 30 minutes and packed with wholesome goodness, these muffins are a simple, better-for-you treat the whole family will love. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthier baking option without compromising on flavor, they're a delicious way to enjoy chocolate any time of day!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
• 0.75 cups Greek yogurt (plain, low-fat)
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups Dark chocolate chips (optional)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and coconut sugar.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, almond milk, egg, vanilla extract, and applesauce until smooth and well combined.

4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should look slightly lumpy.

5. If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips for extra chocolatey goodness.

6. Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

8. Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Enjoy the muffins fresh, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (77.6g)

Calories		169
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		4.7 g	6%
	Saturated Fat	2.4 g	12%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		17 mg	6%
Sodium		158 mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate		33.0 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	5.7 g	20%
	Total Sugars	14.6 g
Protein		6.1 g	12%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		55 mg	4%
Iron		1.9 mg	10%
Potassium		252 mg	5%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 501 cal (21.0%%)

Protein: 294 cal (12.4%%)

Carbs: 1586 cal (66.6%%)