Low-Fat Cranberry Muffins

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Light and flavorful cranberry muffins with a hint of lemon and poppy seed, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack that appeals to those seeking low-fat options.

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Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups reduced-fat baking mix
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seed
  • 2 egg whites or 1/4 cup egg substitute
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and grease 12 muffin cups.
  2. In a mixing bowl, stir together reduced-fat baking mix, sugar, skim milk, plain nonfat yogurt, poppy seed, egg whites or egg substitute, and grated lemon peel until moistened.
  3. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  4. Fill muffin tins 3/4 full with the batter.
  5. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Remove muffins from the pan immediately and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

454 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 28.1g 56% DV
Total Fat 13.5g 17% DV
Carbs 58.4g 21% DV
Fiber 7.4g 26% DV
Sugar 36.5g 73% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 424.3mg 18% DV
Potassium 647mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 2mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 48mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 13.4mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 523.8mg 40% DV
Iron 4.2mg 24% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber Low-fat
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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