Heart-Healthy Strawberry Muffins

Start your day off on a wholesome note with these heart-healthy strawberry muffins, a perfect fusion of flavor and nutrition! Made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, these muffins deliver a guilt-free indulgence packed with fiber and essential nutrients. Fresh, juicy strawberries add a burst of natural sweetness, while a hint of cinnamon ties all the flavors together. Moist and tender thanks to unsweetened applesauce and non-fat Greek yogurt, these are the ultimate healthy breakfast or snack. The optional addition of walnuts or almonds lends a satisfying crunch and a boost of heart-healthy fats. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe makes a dozen muffins that are perfect for meal prep or on-the-go snacking. Indulge in these delicious treats that prove healthy eating doesn’t have to compromise on flavor!

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
• 0.5 cups Rolled oats
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.33 cups Honey or maple syrup
• 0.5 cups Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 whole Large egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Fresh strawberries, diced
• 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently just until the batter is combined; do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced strawberries and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy these muffins as a heart-healthy snack or breakfast option. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(804.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1479.9

Total Fat 31.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 190.9mg	0%
Sodium 2258.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 90.5g
Protein 56.3g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 327.2mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 1493.7mg	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: 18.1%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 67.6%