Greek Yogurt Espresso Muffins

Looking for a delightful way to kickstart your morning? Look no further than these Greek yogurt espresso muffins! Bursting with rich espresso flavor and the wholesome goodness of Greek yogurt, these muffins are the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition. The crunchy streusel topping adds the perfect finishing touch, making them an irresistible breakfast or snack option.

What makes these muffins special? The secret lies in the Greek yogurt! Not only does it add moisture and a creamy texture, but it also boosts the protein content, making these muffins a filling option. Plus, using Greek yogurt helps reduce the amount of added fat and sugar compared to traditional muffin recipes.

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What You Will Need

For The Muffins:

2 cups organic all purpose flour (gluten free all purpose and oat will also work)
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 heaping tsp espresso powder
1/2 cup monk fruit (or sweetener of choice)
4 tbsp grass fed butter
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
3/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
1 tsp vanilla extract
140g organic dark chocolate chips (1/2 heaping cup)

For the Streusel Topping:

2 tbsp grass fed butter
4 tbsp organic flour
2 tbsp monk fruit
2 tbsp brown monk fruit
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsp espresso powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon

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How To Make Them

Preheat oven to 425°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
In a small bowl, combine all of the streusel ingredients and set aside.
In another small mixing bowl, mix the monk fruit, butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
In a larger mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and espresso powder.
Pour the wet into the dry and mix until fully incorporated. Do not over mix!
Fold in the chocolate. Bake at 425°F for 7minutes and then lower the heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Allow to stand 10 minutes before enjoying.

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How To Store

Store your leftover muffins in the fridge for up to 6 days. I like to zap mine in the microwave before enjoying again!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 17 mins

Total Time 27 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Courses: Breakfast, Dessert

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 425 F

Servings: 12

Calories: 216

Description

Ingredients

For The Muffins:

2 cups all-purpose flour (organic; gluten free and oat will also work)
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp espresso powder (1 heaping teaspoon, or a little more if you want a stronger coffee flavor)
1/2 cup monk fruit
4 tbsp butter (grass-fed)
1/4 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
3/4 cup Greek yogurt (organic, plain nonfat)
1 tsp vanilla extract
140 g dark chocolate (organic dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate. I like the brand Hu (1/2 heaping cup apx))

For the Streusel Topping:

2 tbsp butter (grass fed)
4 tbsp all-purpose flour (organic)
2 tbsp monk fruit
2 tbsp brown monk fruit
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsp espresso powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 425°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
2
In a small bowl, combine all of the streusel ingredients and set aside.
3
In another small mixing bowl, mix the monk fruit, butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
4
In a larger mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and espresso powder.
5
Pour the wet into the dry and mix until fully incorporated. Do not over mix!
6
Fold in the chocolate. Bake at 425°F for 7minutes and then lower the heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Allow to stand 10 minutes before enjoying.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 216kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Cholesterol 51.7mg18%
Sodium 120.9mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 21.7g8%
Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

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Keywords: espresso, muffins, coffee, greek yogurt

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