Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious snack or breakfast option for your kids? These Healthy Yogurt Muffins are packed with wholesome ingredients and are perfect for picky eaters! This easy recipe is customizable with your favorite add-ins, making it a family favorite.
Why This Recipe Works:
- Kid-Friendly: Soft, moist, and subtly sweet, these muffins are a hit with kids of all ages. If you’re looking for another kid-friendly recipe, try our Omelet Muffins!
- Healthy & Nutritious: Made with yogurt, whole wheat flour, and natural sweeteners, these muffins are a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. Learn more about the benefits of yogurt for kids.
- Easy to Make: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings or baking with kids. See tips for baking with children.
- Customizable: Add your family’s favorite fruits, veggies, or chocolate chips for a personalized treat.
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Perfect for: Quick breakfasts, lunchbox snacks, picky eaters, baking with kids
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Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey for kids over 1 year)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Optional add-ins: 1 cup blueberries, diced strawberries, chocolate chips, shredded carrots, raisins
- Find more healthy muffin add-in ideas here
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, maple syrup (or honey), melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add Your Mix-Ins: Fold in your favorite add-ins, such as blueberries, diced strawberries, chocolate chips, shredded carrots, or raisins.
- Fill the Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Tips for Baking with Kids
- Let kids help measure and mix ingredients. Read more about safe kitchen tasks for kids.
- Allow them to choose and add their favorite mix-ins.
- Supervise oven use and hot pans.
Variations
- Dairy-Free: Use plant-based yogurt and oil instead of butter. See dairy-free baking tips.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Nut-Free: Omit nuts and use sunflower seed butter or applesauce for added moisture.
- Savory Muffins: Omit the maple syrup and add shredded cheese, chopped veggies, and herbs.
Enjoy your delicious and Healthy Yogurt Muffins for Kids! This recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Don’t forget to share your creations on social media using #HealthyYogurtMuffins #KidsRecipes #BakingWithKids!
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