Healthy Strawberry Muffins with Greek Yogurt

Healthy Strawberry Muffins with Greek Yogurt

Healthy Strawberry Muffins with Greek yogurt and fresh strawberries are moist and fluffy. The perfect way to show off a batch of ripe strawberries.

Ingredients

  • eggs
    2 large
  • greek yogurt
    1 c
  • maple syrup or honey
    ½ c
  • avocado oil or coconut oil)

    (melted

    ¼ c
  • pure vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • baking powder
    1 tsp
  • baking soda
    ½ tsp
  • salt
    ¼ tsp
  • quick or rolled oats
    ½ c
  • spelt or whole wheat flour

    + 1 tbsp for coating berries

    1 ¾ c
  • strawberries

    diced, fresh or frozen

    1 ½ c
  • cane or coconut sugar)

    for sprinkling (optional

    2 tbsp
  • lemon zest of

    optional

    1
  • cooking spray

    i use misto

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F, line 12 muffin tin with parchment paper muffin liners and spray with cooking spray. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Dice strawberries, reserve 2 tbsp aside and transfer the rest to a small bowl. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp flour, stir gently and set aside.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl, add eggs, yogurt, maple syrup, oil, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk well, making sure baking powder and soda have dissolved.

  4. 4

    Add oats and 1 3/4 cups flour; stir gently to mix. Add coated in flour strawberries and give a few gentle stirs.

  5. 5

    Using large ice cream scoop, fill 12 openings with batter. Top with remaining 2 tbsp diced strawberries and sprinkle with sugar (optional). Bake for 22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Remove from the oven and let muffins cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Healthy Strawberry Muffins with Greek Yogurt

Healthy Strawberry Muffins with Greek Yogurt

5.0(14)202 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a wholesome treat that’s bursting with fresh fruit flavor? These Healthy Strawberry Muffins with Greek Yogurt deliver an incredibly moist and fluffy bite, making them the perfect way to enjoy ripe strawberries.

Why These Muffins Work

The secret to these exceptionally moist and tender muffins lies in the Greek yogurt. It not only provides a pleasant tang that brightens the sweet strawberries but also ensures a wonderfully soft crumb. Paired with wholesome flours like spelt or whole wheat and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, you get a delightful muffin without compromise.

When you bake these muffins, you can expect a tender, cake-like texture with sweet pockets of juicy strawberries in every bite. The hint of cinnamon beautifully complements the fruit, while the optional lemon zest adds a bright, fragrant lift. With approximately 202 calories per serving, these muffins offer a satisfyingly guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to customize these healthy strawberry muffins to fit your pantry. You can easily swap maple syrup for honey as your sweetener, or use either avocado oil or melted coconut oil for the fat. For the flour, both spelt or whole wheat flour work beautifully, contributing to their wholesome character. Whether your strawberries are fresh or frozen, they'll both integrate seamlessly into the batter. For an extra touch, consider a sprinkle of cane or coconut sugar on top before baking, or incorporate the zest of a lemon for added citrusy aroma.

Serve these delightful muffins warm for a comforting start to your day, as part of a brunch spread, or alongside a cup of coffee or tea for a simple, satisfying snack. Their natural sweetness makes them a wonderful light dessert, too.

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