Description

Mini Funfetti Yogurt Muffins are delightful bite-sized treats bursting with colorful sprinkles and a moist, fluffy texture thanks to the inclusion of plain yogurt. Perfect for lunchboxes, parties, or a wholesome snack, these muffins provide a healthier alternative to store-bought options, combining fresh ingredients with nostalgic flavors that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1 cup plain yogurt
½ cup milk
½ cup mild flavored oil or melted butter
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Add-ins

¼ cup rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a mini muffin tin by spraying it with nonstick spray or lining it with mini paper liners to ensure easy removal of the muffins after baking.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, milk, mild flavored oil or melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir these ingredients together until they are just blended to create a smooth, creamy base for the muffins.
Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Gently stir these in until just incorporated; avoid overmixing to maintain the muffins’ tender texture.
Fold in Sprinkles: Carefully fold in the rainbow sprinkles to distribute them evenly without causing the colors to bleed and run into the batter.
Fill Muffin Cups: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, fill each mini muffin cup about three-quarters full with batter. This allows room for the muffins to rise without spilling over.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 9 to 11 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin—it should come out clean when they are fully baked.
Cool the Muffins: Once baked, let the muffins cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and keeps the muffins fresh.

Notes

Use plain yogurt to keep the muffins moist and add protein and calcium.
Be gentle when folding in sprinkles to avoid color bleeding.
The muffins can be made with either mild flavored oil or melted butter depending on preference.
These mini muffins freeze well; store them in an airtight container.
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Snack, Breakfast, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mini muffin
Calories: 36 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 55 mg
Fat: 1.5 g
Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

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