Best 4 Addictive Healthy Muffins Recipes

In the realm of baked goods, muffins stand out as delectable treats that offer a comforting blend of flavors and textures. However, the pursuit of healthier alternatives to traditional muffin recipes can often leave you yearning for that irresistible indulgence. This article embarks on a culinary journey to uncover the secrets of creating addictive healthy muffins that strike a harmonious balance between taste and well-being. From selecting wholesome ingredients to mastering the art of combining flavors, we will explore the secrets of crafting muffins that satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a muffin-making adventure that will leave you yearning for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ADDICTIVE PUMPKIN MUFFINS

Addictive Pumpkin Muffins image

This is my lower fat version of a pumpkin bread recipe using extra pumpkin and no oil. You can also substitute artificial sweetener for half of the sugar, and some whole wheat flour for nutrition, and they still taste great. They freeze very well; just microwave a frozen muffin for 20 to 30 seconds and it's ready.

Provided by MIDNITEJASMINE

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 ½ cups raisins
4 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
4 cups white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons nutmeg
1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves
6 eggs
1 (29 ounce) can pumpkin
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C). Grease three 12 cup muffin pans, or line with paper muffin liners. Soak raisins in hot water for ten minutes to plump, then drain.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and ground cloves. In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, pumpkin, and applesauce, until smooth. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to make a smooth batter. Stir the raisins and walnuts into the batter. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 237 mg, Sugar 23.9 g

ADDICTIVE HEALTHY MUFFINS

Addictive Healthy Muffins image

This recipe had come to me through several hands and has no doubt been somewhat modified although I was told the original may have come from Prevention Magazine. These keep very well and freeze beautifully. You will need a food processor to chop the oranges but the rest is done by hand You may have to do some searching in a good market or health food store for some of the ingredients but once you try them you will be glad you too will be addicted.

Provided by Wendy10

Categories Quick Breads

Time 1h

Yield 24 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups oat bran
1 cup all-purpose white flour
1 cup wheat bran
1 cup ground flax seeds (not whole)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 navel oranges
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup buttermilk (or buttermilk powder and water to equal 1 C)
1/2 cup canola oil
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups golden raisins

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Line two medium size muffin pans (2-1/2" muffins) with paper muffin cups.
In medium bowl put all dry ingredients together (except brown sugar) mix together and set aside.
If using buttermilk powder, add it here and add the water with the wet ingredients.
Wash and cut the stem end off the oranges.
Cut into small equal pieces skins and all.
Put into workbowl of food processor and pulse until pieces are about the size of large raisins.
Put oranges into a large bowl, add all the wet ingredients and brown sugar.
Mix together by hand then add in dry ingredients and stir until all are incorporated.
Allow to stand about 3 minutes then fill each muffin cup to top.
Each cup will take about 1/4°C These are dense and do not rise much.
Top off each with any leftover mixture.
Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes, remove from pan to wire rack to cool.
To freeze; Allow to cool for at least 4 hours, I put 6 in each plastic bag. To reheat, Reheat from frozen state for one minute or thaw at room temperature and reaheat for about 15 seconds. Microwave ovens vary a lot so you may have to modify the time.
enjoy.

HEALTHY MUFFIN RECIPE (+ 6 FLAVOR VARIATIONS)

Healthy Muffin Recipe (+ 6 Flavor Variations) image

Here's our favorite muffin recipe for healthy muffins + 6 different healthy muffin recipes you can make with it. Enjoy!

Provided by Lee Funke

Categories Breakfast

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1.5 cups white whole wheat flour
½ cup coconut sugar (or light brown sugar)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
3 tablespoons melted coconut oil
1 cup pureed fruit*

Steps:

First, preheat oven to 350ºF and line a muffin tin with muffin liners. We suggest also spraying your muffin liners with cooking spray just in case.
Next, place dry ingredients into a medium bowl and mix.
Then, in a large bowl crack 2 eggs and whisk. Add maple syrup, almond milk, and preferred pureed fruit* and mix again.
Add dry ingredients into wet ingredients and then mix. Then, add in melted coconut oil and mix again.
At this point, add any of the add-ins for one of the 6 muffin recipes in this post and mix again.
Fill each muffin about 3/4 of the way full (these are going to be big muffins). Then, place in the oven at 350ºF and bake for 18-22 minutes or until the center is fully cooked.
Let cool for 5 minutes and then remove from the muffin tin to continue cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 kcal, Sugar 18 g, Fat 5 g, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HEALTHY MUFFINS

Healthy Muffins image

delicious healthy muffins even kids love... these are for those who like hearty, healthy & grainy foods. i prefer to bake them in a muffin top pan to make them more like a healthy cookie. we often substitute and use mini semi sweet morsels or mini m & m's instead of the fruit. adding the chocolate helps to get my husband and son to eat them. they are a tasty way to get your fiber. i hope you enjoy!

Provided by Ann 3

Categories Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup wheat flour
1 cup oat bran
2 cups oats
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 -3 cups blueberries (Fruit of choice or any fruit is great and frozen blueberries work well)
1/4 cup non-fat powdered milk
1 cup milk
1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 egg white

Steps:

combine ingredients from brown sugar thru powdered milk.
combine: milk, yogurt and egg white.
mix together.
bake 375 degrees for ~20min.
(i undercook them and refrigerate uneaten muffins. then pop one in a toaster even when ready to eat and it cooks through without drying them out).

### 3 Key Baking Techniques to Make Perfectly Moist Muffins ### 1. Use the Right Ingredients: - **Fresh Baking Powder**: Ensure your muffins rise properly by using fresh, active, double-acting or self-rising, and not older than 6 months. Check the expiration date on the label. - **Baking Soda**: If a recipe calls for both, the temperature is too high or too low, or both. - **Sour Milk or Buttermilk**: Adds a rich tangy taste and helps the muffins rise and become moist. You can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or fresh squeezed lemons or limes to regular milk, then let it sit for 5 minutes before using. ### 2. Proper Mixing Techniques: - **Don't Over-stir**: Over-stirring can result in tough and dry muffins. When you mix the dry ingredients with the wet, mix until just combined. - **Fold in Add-Ins**: If adding blueberries, raspberries, chocolate, etc., fold them in at the very end of the process, so they don't turn the mixture purple or lose their shape or color. ### 3. Baking and Cooling: - **Muffin Tin**: Use a good quality, non-stick, medium-colored muffin tin. Dark-colored ones can cook muffins too quickly, leading to a burnt crust. - **Oven**: Make sure the temperature is accurate. A thermometer is recommended to ensure the temperature is correct. - **Baking Time**: Follow the recipe's recommended time, but check muffins a few minutes before the time is up. - **Cooling**: Let muffins cool down for a few minutes in the muffin pan before transferring them to a wire wrack. Leaving them in the pan too long can cause soggy bottoms due to condensation. ### 7 Pro Baking Hacks for Irresistible Muffins: - **Use melted butter**: It adds a rich, creamy texture to the muffins. - **Add a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg**: Enhances the overall muffin taste. - **Top with sprinkles or streusel**: Adds a sweet crunchy topping. - **Microwave chocolate**: For the perfect chocolate muffin, melt chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between. - **Bake in a convection**: It helps the muffins to rise and bake more evenly. - **Keep muffins fresh**: Store them properly, in an airtight container at room temperature, for up to 3 days. - **Freeze for longer storage**: Wrap each muffin individually in plastic and store in freezer-proof container or freezer bag, for up to 3 months. ### 2 Common Mistakes to Absolutely AVOID: - **Don't overfill the muffin tins**: This can cause the muffins to spill over and bake unevenly. - **Don't open the muffin during the first 20 minutes of cooking**: This can cause them to fall flat. ### In Summary: By following these simple tips, you can bake moist, delicious muffins that will be a hit with your family and friends. - Use fresh ingredients, especially the leavening agents. - Don't over-stir the batter. - Use the right muffin tin and bake at the correct temperature. - Let the muffins cool down before you eat them.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...

Check it out »

#60-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #preparation #breads #breakfast #fruit #oven #muffins #grains #dietary #oamc-freezer-make-ahead #quick-breads #pasta-rice-and-grains #equipment #number-of-servings