It is that time again, pumpkin season has officially arrived! And these healthy mini muffins are the perfect way to bring in the season.
These toddler approved mini pumpkin muffins are moist, naturally sweetened, and packed with pure pumpkin flavor! Each muffin contains only 63 calories, 14g carbohydrates, and 0 grams of fat, and are full of vitamins and minerals so they fit into any healthy lifestyle.
They are the perfect morning treat to have with your coffee or afternoon snack for your little ones. Grab your pumpkin spice and get to baking!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup plain, fat free Greek yogurt
- 1 egg
- 15oz can pure pumpkin
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp. pumpkin pie spice (I used Trader Joes brand)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/4 cup flour
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F
- Spray a mini muffin tin with baking spray
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oil, honey, and Greek yogurt.
- Whisk in the egg, vanilla, and pumpkin puree.
- Using a spatula, stir in the baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt.
- Gently stir in flour and oats until combined.
- Spoon batter into the 24 mini muffins and bake for 20 minutes.
- Place on a wire rack and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
- Remove muffins from pan and transfer to wire rack to continue cooling for an additional 10-15 minutes.
The muffins can be stored in an air-tight container for 3-4 days or placed in a zip lock bag and frozen for up to 3 months.
