Polenta muffins are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a combination of polenta, a type of cornmeal, and other ingredients like eggs, milk, and cheese. Polenta muffins can be baked in a variety of shapes and sizes, and can be customized with different flavors and toppings. If you are looking for a low-fat version of this classic dish, there are several ways to reduce the fat content without sacrificing flavor. This article will provide you with some tips and tricks for making delicious and healthy polenta muffins that are low in fat.
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LOW-FAT BREAKFAST MUFFINS
These breakfast muffins are a great portable breakfast that are adult and kid friendly!
Provided by Joette Jean
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes
Time 42m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 12 standard muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Place cereal in a resealable plastic bag. Crush slightly with a rolling pin to make 1 1/2 cups.
- Mix crushed cereal, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and baking soda together in a large bowl. Stir in mashed bananas, milk, egg whites, applesauce, raisins, and chocolate chips until batter is just moistened. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 18 to 22 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes in the pan before removing to a cooling rack. Serve warm if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 178.8 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
LOW-FAT CORN MUFFINS
"These quick corn muffins use applesauce in place of oil," explains Gary Raymond of Seattle, Washington. "My friends say they're the best."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In another bowl, combine corn, water, egg substitute and applesauce; mix well. Stir in dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill muffin cups coated with cooking spray two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 17-20 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 1g fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g protein.
POLENTA MUFFINS (LOW FAT)
I used to make these when I was on the Slimming World plan, they were free on a green day, but I don't know if Polenta is still free, better check if you are following SW. The texture is a little "grainy"...personally I don't mind that. They are very good when fresh from the oven, after that just zap in the microwave for a few seconds to refresh them. The basic recipe is a plain muffin and then I've listed a couple of variations. I don't know what flavours of yoghurt you have in the US so use your imagination!
Provided by Patchwork Dragon
Categories Quick Breads
Time 45m
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put all the ingredients in a bowl and mix for at least 3 minutes, then let it stand for at least 20 minutes.
- Spoon into muffin tins that have been sprayed with Frylite.
- Cook for about 20 minutes at 200°C.
- Variations: Use Cherry flavour yoghurt and replace the vanilla with almond extract. (my favourite one).
- Use Chocolate yoghurt + rind of 2 and juice of 1 orange, with 1 teasp of vanilla extract.
- Use Apple yoghurt with 1 teasp cinnamon and 1 teasp vanilla.
BACON & CORN POLENTA MUFFINS
This recipe is from the Australian Weight Watchers 'The Complete Meal' Cookbook. There are 1 propoints per serve*. This value is calculated when using Weight Watchers bacon, Bega So Extra Light 50% grated cheese and Weight Watchers Canola Spread. Tip: Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Alternatively, cool completely then wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container. Label, date and freeze for up to 1 month. Defrost at room temperature and serve cold or warmed in the microwave.
Provided by AlisVolatPropriis
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 24 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preeheat oven to 200°C or 180°C fan-forced. Line two 12-hole (1 tablespoon/20ml) mini muffin tins with paper cases. Combine polenta and milk in a bowl. Set aside for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, lightly spray a small non-stick frying pan with oil and heat over medium-high heat. Cook bacon, stirring, for 2 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Remove pan from heat. Cool for 5 minutes.
- Sift flour into a large bowl. Add corn kernels, creamed corn, cheese and bacon mixture and stir until combined. Add spread, egg and polenta mixture and mix until just combined.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon batter into each paper case. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cooked when tested with a skewer. Cool muffins in tins for 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.9, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 8.6, Sodium 81.8, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 1.6
Tips:
- Use a good quality polenta. This will make a big difference in the texture and flavor of your muffins.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the muffins tough.
- Be careful not to overcook the muffins. Overcooked muffins will be dry and crumbly.
- Let the muffins cool completely before serving. This will help them to set and firm up.
- Serve the muffins with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include butter, honey, syrup, and fruit.
Conclusion:
Polenta muffins are a delicious and versatile breakfast or snack option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and nutritious muffin that the whole family will enjoy.
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