Tangy Orange Juice Muffins Diabetic

Brighten your day with these moist and fluffy Tangy Orange Juice Muffins, a diabetic-friendly delight that combines zesty citrus flavor with health-conscious ingredients. Bursting with fresh orange juice and fragrant orange zest, these muffins are naturally sweetened with a granulated sugar substitute, making them perfect for those managing their sugar intake. The use of low-fat Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce ensures a tender crumb while keeping the recipe low in fat. Ready in under 20 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins are ideal for breakfast, an on-the-go snack, or a guilt-free dessert. Enjoy a pop of citrusy goodness with every bite while feeling great about this wholesome, diabetes-conscious recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar substitute (erythritol or Stevia blend)
• 0.75 cups Unsweetened orange juice
• 0.5 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Grated orange zest
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, Greek yogurt, eggs, vanilla extract, grated orange zest, and unsweetened applesauce until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Gently add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 6

Bake the muffins 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

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

Step 8

Enjoy these tangy orange juice muffins as a delicious diabetic-friendly treat! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(782.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1019.6

Total Fat 14.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 384.2mg	0%
Sodium 2307.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 45.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 253.7mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 942.3mg	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: 8.6%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 79.2%