These honey wheat muffins are a wholesome and delicious treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising on nutrition. Made with whole wheat flour, honey, and a touch of cinnamon, these muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with flavor. They are perfect for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can quickly whip up a batch of these muffins and enjoy them warm from the oven.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, eggs, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the honey wheat muffins warm or at room temperature. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Interesting Facts
Honey is a natural sweetener that adds moisture and flavor to baked goods.
Whole wheat flour is rich in fiber and nutrients, making these muffins a nutritious choice.
Greek yogurt adds protein and helps keep the muffins tender.
These muffins can be customized by adding nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips to the batter.