Delightful Wholewheat Vanilla Greek Yogurt Banana Blueberry Muffins with a Twist

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The Evolution Toward Healthier Muffins

Muffin recipes have evolved remarkably, incorporating ingredients like whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt to meet healthier eating standards. This shift aimed for both nutrition and flavor, with bananas and blueberries playing a key role as natural sweeteners. These changes not only enhanced the health benefits but also introduced a new layer of deliciousness to the ordinary muffin, merging nutritious baking with indulgent taste experiences.

Breaking Down the Wholesome Ingredients

• Whole wheat flour brings invaluable fiber, making these banana blueberry muffins not just a treat, but a fiber-rich choice for health-conscious baking enthusiasts.
• Vanilla Greek yogurt adds a creamy texture and reduces the need for unhealthy fats while complementing the muffins with its smooth, tangy richness that makes every bite more intriguing.
• Bananas and blueberries infuse the muffins with natural sweetness and a vivid flavor profile. This combination ensures every muffin is a perfect blend of comfort and zest.

A Simple Guide to Crafting Your Own Wholewheat Banana Blueberry Muffins

The journey begins by warming the oven to an eager 425ºF. This step guarantees a welcoming heat for the muffins. In the quiet of your kitchen, prepare a muffin pan with liners, a promise of neatness and ease. A mixture of whole wheat flour, baking soda, and a hint of salt whispers of beginnings on your countertop. Separate, yet equal, mashed bananas blend with the rich tones of pure maple syrup. This concoction finds companionship with vanilla Greek yogurt and eggs. Their union is smooth, ready for the next step.

Gently, blueberries tumble into the fold, dusted with flour to keep each identity intact. The batter now a mix of health and decadence, asks for a careful hand. It is the anticipation of folding, not stirring, that will crown these muffins with fluffiness. A careful distribution into lined cavities follows. They bake under the intense gaze of the preheated oven, initially proud at 425F, then humbled to 350F. This dance of temperatures crafts a perfect rise. Cooling on a wire rack, patience rewards those who wait. These muffins, a tableau of whole grain health and homemade delight, beckon.

Maximizing the Enjoyment of Your Homemade Muffins

To truly appreciate the flavors of wholewheat vanilla Greek yogurt banana blueberry muffins, one should indulge while they are still warm. This method elevates the already delightful texture. Muffins, enriched with whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt, exhibit an unmatched moistness and a compelling blend of sweetness from bananas and fresh blueberries. Each bite, infused with pure maple syrup, offers a nutritious twist to your homemade bakery delights.

Pairing these muffins with a steaming cup of coffee or a dollop of butter can unveil their full flavor profile. The freshness of these high-fiber muffins, integral to their allure, remains at its peak for three to four days post-baking. Therefore, consuming them within this timeframe ensures an optimal taste experience. Let these breakfast muffins, a notable banana bread alternative, become your next cherished snack idea or wholesome start to the day.

Wholewheat Vanilla Greek Yogurt Banana Blueberry Muffins

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• Author: EsmeSalon
• Prep Time: 15
• Cook Time: 23
• Total Time: 38 minutes
• Yield: 8 1x
• Category: Cake, Cupcakes, Cookies and Tarts
• Method: Easy

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Looking for a healthy muffin recipe? Try out our Wholewheat Vanilla Greek Yogurt Banana Blueberry Muffins.

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Ingredients

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• 315.5 ml (1 3/4 cups) Whole wheat bread flour
• 10 ml (2 tsp) Baking soda
• 1.25 ml (1/4 tsp) Salt
• 250 ml (1 cup) mashed ripe banana, 3 small or 2 large bananas
• 62.5 ml (1/4 cup) pure maple syrup
• 62.5 ml (1/4 cup) Berry sugar (regular will also work) but you can also omit this if you do not want it so sweet.
• 166 ml (2/3 cup) Vanilla Greek 5% yogurt
• 2 X-large eggs
• 6.25 ml (1/2 tbsp) vanilla extract
• 250 ml (1 cup) fresh or frozen blueberries

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Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 425F (220C).
• Line a muffin pan with paper liners or spray it with non-stick spray.
• In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
• In another bowl, mash bananas and mix them with maple syrup and sugar.
• Add yogurt, eggs, and vanilla to the banana mixture. Whisk until smooth.
• Add half the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
• Mix the blueberries with the remaining dry ingredients, then gently stir them into the batter.
• Divide the batter evenly among 8 muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
• Optionally, top with extra blueberries and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
• Bake at 425F (220C) for 5 minutes to help the muffins rise.
• Reduce the oven temperature to 350F (175C) and bake for another 17 minutes.
• Turn off the oven and leave the muffins inside for 3 more minutes.
• Test the center of a muffin with a cake tester or toothpick; it should come out clean.
• Remove the muffins from the pan and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
• Muffins are best enjoyed on the same day or within 3–4 days.
• Serve warm or cold as you prefer, with a cuppa tea or coffee.

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Notes

Prepared, tried, and tested by Esme Slabs from The Recipe Hunter: Tried and Tested Recipes from Home Chefs; SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes 

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1
• Calories: 255
• Sugar: 19.9 g
• Sodium: 410.1 mg
• Fat: 1.6 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 45.2 g
• Fiber: 1.9 g
• Protein: 4.9 g
• Cholesterol: 46.5 mg

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