How to Make Healthier To Die For Blueberry Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Everyone loves a good blueberry muffin, but the traditional recipe is often packed with sugar and butter, making it a guilty pleasure rather than a healthful treat. However, with a few simple swaps and adjustments, it's possible to create a healthier version of this classic baked good that is just as delicious and satisfying.

These Healthier To Die For Blueberry Muffins are made with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and honey, cutting down on the refined flour and sugar typically found...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup butter, cubed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ⅓ cup applesauce
  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 large muffins

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease muffin cups or line with muffin liners.
  • Mix together 1/2 cup sugar, 1/3 cup flour, 1/4 cup butter, cinnamon in a small bowl with a fork until mixture resembles a coarse crumb.
  • Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 3/4 cup sugar, and baking powder in a bowl. Place applesauce into a 1 cup measuring cup; add egg and enough milk to fill cup; mix into flour mixture. Fold in blueberries. Fill muffin cups to the top, and sprinkle with crumb topping mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    317 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 177mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 37g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 96mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 94mg