Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier Recipe

Start your day the healthy way with these irresistible Morning Glory Muffins! We've taken the classic recipe and made it lighter, lower in calories and fat, without sacrificing any of that amazing flavor. This recipe, inspired by a Good Housekeeping favorite, is packed with wholesome ingredients like carrots, oats, and dried plums for a guilt-free breakfast treat that's both satisfying and delicious. Perfect for meal prep or a quick and healthy breakfast on the go!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 169.5 kcal

Protein 6g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier

All Purpose Flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ground Cinnamon
Old Fashioned Oatmeal
Nonfat Milk
Unsweetened Applesauce
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
Light Molasses
Canola Oil
1 large egg
1 cup grated carrots
Dried Plum

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How to Make Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups well.
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Stir in 1 cup rolled oats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup molasses, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 1 large egg until well combined.
Add 1 cup grated carrots and 1/2 cup chopped dried plums to the wet ingredients and stir to combine.
Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier?

Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier?

Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier has approximately 169.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier?

The key ingredients for Morning Glory Muffins Made Healthier are All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Ground Cinnamon, Old Fashioned Oatmeal. See the full list with measurements above.