Low Fat Chocolate Muffins
Indulge your chocolate cravings guilt-free with these Low Fat Chocolate Muffins, a perfect balance of rich cocoa flavor and wholesome ingredients. This easy-to-make recipe combines all-purpose and whole wheat flours for a hearty texture, while unsweetened applesauce and low-fat buttermilk keep the muffins moist and light without relying on excessive oils or fats. Infused with a touch of vanilla and dotted with mini chocolate chips, every bite offers a semi-sweet, melt-in-your-mouth treat. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, these muffins are a healthier alternative to traditional chocolate baked goods, ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Whether you're watching your calorie intake or simply love a homemade chocolatey delight, these muffins won’t disappoint!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, unsweetened applesauce, low-fat buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your low-fat chocolate muffins as a delightful and healthier chocolate treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 3676 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.4 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.5 g | 227% | |
| Total Sugars | 188.9 g | ||
| Protein | 68.1 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 31.4 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 2963 mg | 63% | |
*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.
