Quick Greek Yogurt Apple Muffins: The Only 40-Minute Recipe
These Quick Greek Yogurt Apple Muffins are a moist, flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Ready in just 40 minutes, they combine the natural sweetness of diced apples with the tangy creaminess of Greek yogurt for a healthy twist on classic muffins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Other
- 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, plain Greek yogurt, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to ensure tender muffins.
- Add Apples: Fold in the peeled and diced apple pieces gently to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill Muffin Liners: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Use a tart apple like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt and milk with plant-based alternatives.
- You can add chopped nuts or raisins for extra texture if desired.
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