Morning Maple Muffins

Start your day off right with these delightful Morning Maple Muffins, a cozy and flavorful treat that brings the rich essence of pure maple syrup to your breakfast table. These soft, moist muffins are enhanced with the warm spice of ground cinnamon and a touch of vanilla, while Greek yogurt and milk add a luscious, tender crumb. Perfectly sweetened with maple syrup and a hint of sugar, they strike the ideal balance between indulgence and wholesome goodness. Customize them with optional chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for added crunch and earthy flavor. Quick and easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, these muffins are a warm, homemade way to brighten your mornings. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they pair perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea, making them the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast or snack option.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 0.75 cup pure maple syrup
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup milk
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the melted butter, maple syrup, and granulated sugar. Whisk until well blended.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the wet mixture, whisking thoroughly after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and milk until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

If using nuts, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	949.6 grams (949.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3049

Total Fat 149.10g	191%
Saturated Fat 69.40g	347%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 648mg	216%
Sodium 2315mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 378.00g	137%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 169.10g
Protein 57.10g	114%

Vitamin D 107IU	534%
Calcium 518mg	40%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 1346mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 49.1%