Low Fat Pumpkin Muffins

Start your morning on a wholesome note with these delightful Low Fat Pumpkin Muffins, a healthier twist on the classic fall favorite. Packed with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, these muffins boast the rich flavor of pumpkin puree while keeping things light with unsweetened applesauce and skim milk. A combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flour adds a boost of fiber, making these muffins as nourishing as they are delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, they're perfect for a busy morning or as a cozy afternoon snack paired with your favorite coffee or tea. With only a touch of brown sugar for sweetness, these guilt-free pumpkin muffins are a must-try for anyone craving a seasonal treat without overindulging.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 cups pumpkin puree
• 0.75 cups brown sugar
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups skim milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick spray.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, applesauce, eggs, vanilla extract, and skim milk. Whisk the wet ingredients until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula or wooden spoon just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Enjoy your low fat pumpkin muffins as a healthy snack or alongside your morning coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(965.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1681.9

Total Fat 20.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 380.6mg	0%
Sodium 3418.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 132.4g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 450.1mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 1528.7mg	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: 10.7%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 78.6%