Reduced Sugar Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Muffins

Start your morning right with these wholesome and delicious Reduced Sugar Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Muffins! Perfectly moist and packed with nutrients, these muffins are made with hearty whole wheat flour, naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, and feature creamy Greek yogurt for added protein. The cinnamon-spiced batter is studded with rich dark chocolate chips, creating a treat that's both indulgent and guilt-free. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these muffins are perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or a wholesome snack on the go. Plus, they're baked with just the right amount of sweetness, making them a family-friendly choice to satisfy chocolate cravings without the sugar overload. Serve them warm from the oven or enjoy them at room temperature for a nutritious and satisfying bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat 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 Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.75 cups Dark chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly with non-stick spray.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey, egg, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in dense muffins.

Step 5

Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(922.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2166.3

Total Fat 71.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 242.8mg	0%
Sodium 2333.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 351.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.9g	0%
Total Sugars 144.6g
Protein 67.5g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 555.5mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 2507.7mg	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: 27.7%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 60.6%