Diet Pineapple Muffins

Light, wholesome, and naturally sweetened, these Diet Pineapple Muffins are the perfect guilt-free treat to enjoy any time of day. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, crushed pineapple, and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins are packed with flavor while keeping refined sugar and unhealthy fats at bay. A dash of warm cinnamon adds a cozy touch, while optional chopped walnuts or pecans deliver a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or a healthy snack on-the-go. Whether you’re following a clean-eating plan or simply looking to indulge mindfully, these moist and tender pineapple muffins are sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cups Crushed pineapple (drained, juice reserved)
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the wells.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the unsweetened applesauce, honey, vanilla extract, and reserved pineapple juice (approximately 2 tablespoons).

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the crushed pineapple and chopped nuts (if using).

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep in the refrigerator or freeze.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(783.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1525.1

Total Fat 53.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2051.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.4g	0%
Total Sugars 92.2g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 217.9mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 1521.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 58.8%