Low Fat Healthy Mixed Berry Muffins

Start your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition with these Low Fat Healthy Mixed Berry Muffins! Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, unsweetened applesauce, and plain low-fat yogurt, these muffins are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, making them a guilt-free treat. The juicy medley of blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries adds vibrant sweetness to every bite, while a hint of cinnamon and optional lemon zest elevate the flavor profile. Perfect for busy mornings or a light snack, these muffins are quick to prepare, ready in just 35 minutes, and freezer-friendly for make-ahead convenience. Healthy, moist, and bursting with berry goodness, they’re the ultimate low-fat, heart-healthy recipe for the whole family.

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 All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups Plain low-fat yogurt
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Honey or maple syrup
• 1.5 cups Mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
• 1 teaspoons Lemon zest (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 the muffin cups.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, low-fat yogurt, egg, vanilla extract, and honey (or maple syrup). Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, gently folding them together until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.

Step 5

Carefully fold in the mixed berries and lemon zest (if using), ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each 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

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy! These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(852.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1532.3

Total Fat 11.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 196mg	0%
Sodium 1647.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.4g	0%
Total Sugars 140.2g
Protein 40.1g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 200.2mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1520.0mg	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: 6.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 83.5%