Best 12 Low Fat Chocolate Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing low-fat chocolate muffins, a guilt-free treat that combines rich chocolate indulgence with a mindful approach to healthy eating. These delectable muffins are crafted with wholesome ingredients, ensuring a perfect balance of taste and well-being. Dive into the moist and fluffy texture, enveloped in a luscious chocolate embrace, while savoring the symphony of sweetness, perfectly complemented by a hint of cocoa bitterness. With three tempting variations – classic chocolate, luscious chocolate chip, and decadent double chocolate – these muffins cater to every chocolate lover's desire. So, embark on a culinary journey where taste and health harmoniously coexist, and experience the joy of guilt-free indulgence with our low-fat chocolate muffins.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE MUFFINS



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"The men in my house don't like low-fat foods," pens Mona Kruse of Milan, Illinois. "But I always keep these muffins in the freezer because the guys can't seem to get enough of them."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt
2/3 cup fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Stir in the yogurt, milk and vanilla just until moistened. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill two-thirds full. , Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack; sprinkle with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LOW-FAT BANANA OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS



Low-Fat Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins image

I am now actually "watching" my diet, and in the process am trying to make my favorites in a "low fat" manner. I took my favorite muffin recipes and combined them, made some adjustments and came up with this great recipe. Hope you enjoy them!

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large bananas, mashed
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup flour (you can use whole wheat for a change if you like)
1/2 cup rolled oats (instant is fine)
1/3 cup applesauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Add sugar to mashed bananas and mix.
  • Add beaten egg and mix.
  • In a separate bowl mix all dry ingredients.
  • Add dry ingredients to the banana mixture and mix well.
  • Mix in applesauce.
  • Add chocolate chips and Stir.
  • Spoon into medium size muffin tin (I use paper muffin cups so they won't stick) and fill 3/4's full.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes at 350.
  • Enjoy!

LOW FAT CHOCOLATE CHIP BANANA MUFFINS



Low Fat Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins image

Make and share this Low Fat Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ScarletBegonia

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 ripe bananas
3/4 cup flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup sugar
4 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2-3/4 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mash bananas.
  • Add remaining ingredients except chocolate chips and mix.
  • Add chocolate chips and stir (I start with the 1/2 c and add more if it looks like too little.).
  • Pour into grased muffin tins and bake at 350 for approx 15-20 minutes (until toothpick comes out clean).

LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI MINI MUFFINS



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A sweet snack your kids will gobble up and you can feel good about serving. Freezes well and defrosts quickly!

Provided by RAITIRA

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 36m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
¾ cup egg substitute
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
¾ (1 ounce) square semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 2 mini muffin tins with cooking spray.
  • Melt chocolate squares in a large microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, about 1 minute. Stir in zucchini, applesauce, egg substitute, and vanilla extract; beat well until combined.
  • Mix sugar, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a large bowl. Add chocolate mixture; stir just until combined. Fold chocolate chips into the batter.
  • Scoop batter into prepared muffin tins.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 92.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

HEALTHY LOW-FAT BLUEBERRY (OR CHOCOLATE) OATMEAL MUFFINS



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These are delicious, chewy muffins that burst with blueberries! Very wholesome, healthy, and low-fat! Mmmm! Note: cutting out the small amount of oil in the recipe will alter the texture.

Provided by I Cant Believe Its

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 55m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup toasted quick-cooking oats
1 cup skim milk
1 cup blueberries (thawed and VERY well drained if frozen) or 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
14 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white pastry flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps:

  • Toast oats in a dry saucepan over medium heat until browned.
  • Combine oats and milk in a bowl and let stand for 20-35 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Add brown sugar, applesauce, egg, and vanilla to the oat and milk mixture and mix well.
  • Whisk the flours, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Mix the dry into the wet until JUST combined, and fold in the blueberries (or chocolate chips).
  • Scoop batter into greased muffin tin and bake for 27-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing muffins from tin and putting on cooling rack.

DOUBLE CHOCOLATE MUFFINS (LOW-FAT)



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These low-fat muffins are so good. They have a great texture and good chocolate flavor, especially considering that they are so much healthier than the regular version. This recipe is from a book called Gloria's Gourmet Low-Fat Muffins.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup unbleached white flour
1/2 cup sugar
6 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup milk chocolate chips
1 3/4 cups fat-free buttermilk
1/2 cup honey
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400.
  • Sift the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Add the chocolate chips and stir to combine.
  • Whisk the wet ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Pour into the dry mixture.
  • Stir just until mixed.
  • Do not overstir.
  • Spoon the batter into a greased or papered muffin tin.
  • Fill each cup nearly to the top.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Cool the muffins at least 10 minutes before removing from the tin.

LOW FAT BANANA OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS



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Make and share this Low Fat Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by leah1665

Categories     Breakfast

Time 33m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large bananas
1/4 cup Splenda granular
1/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup applesauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup diced strawberry

Steps:

  • Mash bananas.
  • Add Splenda and mix.
  • Add the egg beaters and mix.
  • In a separate bowl, mix baking soda, baking powder, flour, and salt.
  • Add dry ingredients to banana mixture and mix.
  • Add applesauce and strawberries. Mix well.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes at 350.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.6, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 234.9, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 1.8

LOW FAT BANANA CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS



Low Fat Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins image

Make and share this Low Fat Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SJG3483

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1 egg
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
8 ounces low-fat vanilla yogurt or 8 ounces nonfat vanilla yogurt
10 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and egg and blend well.
  • Add the mashed bananas, applesauce, and yogurt and stir to combine.
  • Stir in chocolate chips and set aside.
  • In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add to the wet mixture and stir until just blended- the batter will be lumpy.
  • Pour the batter into muffins tins.
  • Bake at 375 for 10-15 minutes- be careful not to let them get too brown.

LOW FAT CHOCOLATE OATMEAL MUFFINS



Low Fat Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins image

Make and share this Low Fat Chocolate Oatmeal Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by seesko

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup old fashioned oats (not instant)
1 cup nonfat milk
1 cup whole wheat flour
2/3 cup Splenda brown sugar blend
2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 egg whites
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 -6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup dark chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Soak the oats in milk for about one hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 400.
  • Spray the muffin pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine the oat mixture with the applesauce and egg whites, and mix until combined. In a separate bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together. Add the wet ingredients to the dry mix until just combined. Add the chocolate chips. Do not over-mix of the muffins will be tough. Spoon the mixture into the muffin pan, forming a total of 12 muffins.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until done. Remove from pan and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 201.3, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 15, Protein 4.5

LOW FAT MOCHA CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS



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Make and share this Low Fat Mocha Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 45m

Yield 14 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup skim milk
1 teaspoon safflower oil
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup egg substitute or 1 egg
1 tablespoon instant coffee, dissolved in
1 tablespoon water
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400.
  • Spray 14 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl combine milk, oil, applesauce, egg & coffee mixture.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add the wet ingredients to dry mixture & mix until combined.
  • Fill muffin tins 1/2-3/4 full.
  • Bake 30-40 minutes, until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.

WW TRIPLE CHOCOLATE CHUNK MUFFINS LOW FAT



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This is a knock off of Whole Foods 6 dollar per 4 Vita Top Muffins. Low fat ingredients include egg whites, yogurt and sugar substitute. To reduce calories and WW points you can also make 24 smaller muffins (2.5 points). I found this little chocolate gem at healthyisalwaysbetter.com. If you make 12 large muffins, they are 5 points per muffin.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 22m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups oats
3 egg whites
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup water (hot)
1 cup sugar substitute (splenda granular)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (can use white chocolate or peannut butter chips)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350, line 12 muffins with paper liners or spray muffin tin with non stick spray.
  • In a food processor, mix all of the ingrredients together (except chips), blend until oats are ground and mixture is smooth,.
  • Place mixture in bowl and gently stir in 1/2 of the chocolate chips, scooop mixture into prepared pans.
  • Bake in oven 10 min, remove muffins and distribute the other half of the chips on top of each muffin.
  • Return to oven, bake another 2-5 min or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool before serving.

LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE MUFFINS



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Taste like Twinkies... with less sugar! the secret is replacing some cream cheese by light Ricotta cheese.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 ounces light cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup smooth 5% fat ricotta cheese
1/3 cup icing sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with vegetable spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar, cocoa, yogurt, oil, vanilla and egg.
  • In another bowl, stir together flour and baking powder. Stir the mixture into the cocoa mixture just until everything is combined. Divide half of the batter among the prepared muffin cups.
  • In a food processor or using electric beaters, beat cream cheese, ricotta cheese and icing sugar until the mixture is smooth. Divide the cheese among the muffin cups. Top with the remaining batter.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a tester inserted into the middle of a muffin comes out dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 90.8, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 21.5, Protein 4.1

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full: This will prevent the muffins from overflowing.
  • Bake the muffins at a high temperature: This will help them to rise and become fluffy.
  • Let the muffins cool completely before frosting them: This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

These low-fat chocolate muffins are a delicious and healthy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their moist texture and rich chocolate flavor, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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