The WW Cinnamon Sugar Muffins can provide a lighter version of the classic ones. These are not just delicious but are also a healthier version. All the ingredients are simple and WW-friendly. From making these WW Cinnamon Sugar Muffins, the caloric count and WW points will not rise much. The time you will need to prepare these muffins is only 30 minutes. These not only work fine for snacking but are also a great idea for a fulfilling breakfast. After baking, these will come out fluffy & soft. There will be no guilt for Weight Watchers after eating these muffins, as they will not feel heavy at all. The skills do not need to be at an expert level to prepare these muffins. Make them easily for gatherings, events, occasions, light snacking, or for tea time.
STATS:
- Prep time: Ten minutes
- Cook time: Twenty minutes
- Total duration: 30 minutes
- Portion size: 1 muffin
- Serving: 12 muffins
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Breakfast/Snack
- Number of calories: 70 kcal
- Diet: Weight Watchers
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring spoons & cups
- Whisk
- Mixing bowl
- Non-stick spray
- 12-cup muffin tray
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Half a cup of zero-calorie granulated sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Half tsp baking soda
- One tsp ground cinnamon
- Quarter teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- Half cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- One teaspoon vanilla extract
CINNAMON TOPPING:
- 2 tablespoons zero-calorie granulated sweetener
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
INGREDIENT NOTES:
GRANULATED ZERO-CALORIE SWEETENER:
- This is a good option for using instead of sugar for WW recipes. It can easily provide the muffins with sweetness. Using the granulated sweetener will work best for this recipe. Best ideas include erythritol blends or monk fruit.
ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:
- All-purpose flour works fine for making these muffins mushy. For substitution, utilize whole wheat flour.
UNSWEETENED APPLESAUCE:
- This is a lighter substitute for any other butter or oil. The muffins can stay moist with the use of unsweetened applesauce. Mash some bananas and use that as an alternative.
NON-FAT GREEK YOGURT:
- Non-fat Greek yogurt can also give mushiness to the muffins. If you need an alternative, use low-fat yogurt.
CINNAMON:
- This is the main flavor, which provides sweetness to the muffins. Another idea for a cinnamon substitute can be nutmeg.
EGG:
- We need an egg to combine the batter and create the muffin’s shape. An alternative can be a flax egg, but with its use, muffins will become softer than they usually are.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm your oven to 180°C.
- Then spray the non-stick spray over the muffin tray.
- Mix all the dry components for the muffin inside a bowl.
- Include the liquid ingredients for the muffin in the same bowl and combine gently.
- Pour this batter into the muffin cups in equal amounts.
- Make a mixture of cinnamon and sweetener.
- Add this mix on top of each muffin cup over the mix.
- Then bake for about 20 minutes.
- Be sure to cool the muffins and then enjoy them.
TIPS:
- Be sure to mix the batter gently so that the muffins do not become very firm.
- Granulated sweetener will work best for this muffin recipe.
- Be sure to keep the muffins somewhere where they do not lose their moisture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- You can easily have these delicious muffins with tea or coffee.
- To make your breakfast more fancy, have these muffins with some berries.
- Consider heating up the muffins before you eat so that they taste best.
- You can also have these muffins at any hour to satisfy a craving for a snack.
- Take some low-fat yogurt and have the muffins with it.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep these muffins inside a sealed box for only 5 days.
FREEZER:
- Do not freeze the muffins together; place them separately for only 2 months.
FAQs:
Will the zero-calorie sweetener work fine in baking?
- Sweeteners like blends of monk fruit or erythritol (granulated) will work just fine in baking these muffins.
Will these muffins come out as bitter muffins?
- Since cinnamon can maintain the extra sweetness properly, it will not become bitter at all.
Can people following a Weight Watchers diet plan easily have these?
- Yes, these muffins are lower in points; hence, Weight Watchers can have these without any guilt.
How can I exclude the use of dairy?
- For that purpose, consider the utilization of dairy-free yogurt.
Is including chocolate chips a good idea?
- You can include chocolate chips in the muffin batter, but the points for the WW plan will rise.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
WW Points: 2 points
Calcium: 60 milligrams
Iron: 1.1 mg
Vitamin A: 85 IU
Potassium: 105 milligrams
Calories: 70 kcal
Total carbs: 15 grams
Net carbs: 13 g
Fiber: 2 grams
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 1 gram
Sodium: 115 mg
Portion size: 1 muffin
Serving: 12