Berry Powerful Muffins

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15
Berry Powerful Muffins perfect for breakfast or anytime
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Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups low-fat plain yogurt or 2 cups low-fat lemon yogurt
1/2 cup low-fat milk
1 lemon , zest of
3 tablespoons melted butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 tablespoon lemon extract
1 egg
1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 cup vanilla whey protein powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup fresh blueberries or 1 cup frozen blueberries
1 cup Cheerios toasted oat cereal
1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
225
Sugar
20g
Fat
6g
Berry Powerful Muffins are a delicious and healthy option for breakfast or snack time. Loaded with nutritious ingredients like yogurt, whole wheat flour, and oats, these muffins will help you power through your day. The addition of fresh blueberries, toasted oat cereal, and white chocolate chips makes these muffins irresistible to both kids and adults. Whip up a batch of these muffins on the weekend and enjoy them throughout the week. They make a perfect on-the-go breakfast or a mid-day snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat yogurt, low-fat milk, lemon zest, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and lemon extract. Mix well.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, whole wheat flour, quick-cooking oats, vanilla whey protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
4.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5.Gently fold in the blueberries, Cheerios, and white chocolate chips.
6.Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each to about 3/4 full.
7.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8.Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These muffins are loaded with healthy ingredients, including yogurt, whole wheat flour, oats, and blueberries.
They are a great breakfast or snack option, and can even be frozen for later.

The combination of blueberries, Cheerios, and white chocolate chips gives these muffins a delicious flavor and texture.

They are low in fat and calories, making them a guilt-free treat.

CONS

The use of both granulated and brown sugar in this recipe means that these muffins are still fairly high in sugar content.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These muffins are a great source of nutrition, containing high amounts of protein, fiber, and antioxidants.
The whole wheat flour and oats provide complex carbohydrates that will keep you feeling full for longer.
The blueberries in this recipe are high in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants that can help protect against chronic diseases.

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