Orange Mince Muffins Go Lite

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of *Orange Mince Muffins Go Lite*, a guilt-free muffin recipe bursting with vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients. Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins feature a hearty blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, paired with warm cinnamon spice and a bright pop of citrusy orange zest and juice. The addition of fruit mince offers a delightful depth of flavor, balancing the light, fluffy texture. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection in under 20 minutes, these low-fat muffins make an ideal breakfast treat or snack. Serve them warm or enjoy on-the-go, and savor the perfect harmony of festive fruitiness and everyday health. Whether you're looking for healthy baked goods or citrus-infused muffins, this recipe is sure to satisfy!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 large Egg
• 0.75 cups Low-fat yogurt
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.25 cups Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Fruit mince (store-bought or homemade)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add the low-fat yogurt, applesauce, honey, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract, whisking until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter may be slightly lumpy, and that's okay.

Step 5

Gently fold in the fruit mince until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	874.1 grams (874.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1645

Total Fat 15.90g	20%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 232mg	77%
Sodium 2394mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 346.20g	126%
Dietary Fiber 31.40g	112%
Total Sugars 146.80g
Protein 49.70g	99%

Vitamin D 157IU	783%
Calcium 533mg	41%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 1798mg	38%

*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: 8.3%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 80.2%