Low Fat Sunshine Muffins

Brighten your day with these Low Fat Sunshine Muffins, a wholesome and guilt-free treat bursting with vibrant citrus flavor. Made with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, these muffins are naturally sweetened with fresh orange juice, aromatic orange zest, and unsweetened applesauce for a moist and tender crumb. Low-fat yogurt keeps them light, while the optional addition of dried cranberries or raisins lends a delightful pop of sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, these muffins are a perfect grab-and-go breakfast, snack, or healthy mid-day pick-me-up. Enjoy the sunny flavors while staying on track with a low-fat lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.75 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.33 cups Low-fat plain yogurt
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.33 cups Chopped dried cranberries or raisins (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 each cup with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sugar and orange zest. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar until it becomes fragrant and slightly moist.

Step 4

Add the orange juice, unsweetened applesauce, low-fat yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Whisk until smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If using dried cranberries or raisins, fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy these delicious Low Fat Sunshine Muffins as a light and flavorful treat. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(859.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1683.2

Total Fat 13.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 224.0mg	0%
Sodium 2304.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 172.4g
Protein 42.8g	0%

Vitamin D 94.8IU	0%
Calcium 279.1mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 1581.6mg	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: 7.1%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 83.2%