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Best Greek Yogurt Zucchini Muffins

Deliciously moist and healthy muffins made with Greek yogurt and fresh zucchini, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt plain, unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup zucchini grated, excess moisture squeezed out
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line with muffin liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Add the grated zucchini to the wet mixture and stir to combine.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. If desired, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

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