Low Calorie Chocolate Chip Muffins
Attention, health-conscious foodies! If you're searching for a low-calorie treat that doesn't compromise on taste, then this recipe is tailor-made for you. These Low Calorie Chocolate Chip Muffins are the epitome of indulgence without the guilt. Get ready to experience the perfect balance of sweet, chocolatey goodness and a lighter calorie load. Let's get baking and discover the magic!
Equipment
- oven
- 1 6 cup jumbo muffin tin (or 12 cup standard)
- 1 large bowl
- 1 separate bowl
Ingredients
- 1⅓ cups whole wheat pastry flour
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 whole egg, plus one additional egg white
- 1 cup fat free plain or vanilla yogurt
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- ½ cup skim milk
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- ¾ cup semi sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and spray a 6 cup jumbo (or 12 cup standard) muffin tin with cooking spray (or use paper liners); set aside.
- In a large bowl combine flours, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl whisk together eggs, yogurt, oil, milk, sugar (or maple syrup) and vanilla. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir until everything is just moistened. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool for 10-15 minutes before removing them from the muffin tin.
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Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a teaspoon of pure vanilla extract to the batter. It will elevate the taste of these muffins and give them a delightful aroma.