Description
These Healthy Oatmeal Muffins are a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack option, combining wholesome rolled oats and whole wheat flour with natural sweeteners and Greek yogurt for a moist, tender texture. Easy to prepare and customizable with fruits, nuts, or spices, they make a perfect on-the-go treat or a cozy start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Mix-ins
- ½ cup fresh or dried fruit (e.g., blueberries, raspberries)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 ripe mashed banana (optional for sweetness and moisture)
Instructions
- Prepare your oven and muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup to prevent sticking.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Bring wet and dry ingredients together: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
- Add any optional mix-ins: Fold in your chosen add-ins such as berries, nuts, chocolate chips, or mashed banana evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill the muffin cups and bake: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature for a satisfying snack.
Notes
- Use rolled oats instead of quick or steel-cut oats for the best texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent tough muffins; stir just until combined.
- Use fresh baking powder and high-quality yogurt for optimal rise and moisture.
- Check baking progress starting five minutes before the expected time, as oven temperatures vary.
- If batter is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of milk or water to loosen slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg