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Healthy Beet Muffins

Healthy Beet Muffins: Tasty Treats for Guilt-Free Snacking

These Healthy Beet Muffins combine the natural sweetness of beets with warm spices, perfect for guilt-free snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 cup beet puree fresh, cooked beets yield the best results
  • 1/2 cup applesauce can substitute with mashed banana
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup use maple syrup for vegan version
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil can substitute with any neutral oil
  • 2 large eggs or substitute with flax eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or substitute with almond extract
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats gluten-free oats work well
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup optional add-ins (e.g., nuts or chocolate chips) customize based on preference

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk or spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing each cup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine beet puree, applesauce, and honey or maple syrup, along with melted coconut oil. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisk until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Stir in any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  9. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with various add-ins to suit personal tastes. For best flavor, use fresh beets.

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