Low Fat Roasted Butternut Squash Muffins

Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
15%
Low Fat Roasted Butternut Squash Muffins
35 min.
12
122kcal

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Discover the delightful taste of Low Fat Roasted Butternut Squash Muffins, the perfect addition to your morning meal or brunch table! These muffins are not only delicious but also dairy-free, making them an excellent choice for anyone seeking lighter and healthier options. With each bite, you’ll savor the rich flavors of roasted butternut squash complemented by warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Not to mention, the subtle sweetness of honey and brown sugar makes them irresistible.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch of twelve scrumptious muffins that are low in calories—only 122 kcal per muffin—allowing you to indulge guilt-free. The combination of applesauce and dairy-free yogurt ensures moistness, while the added pecans provide a delightful crunch for a satisfying texture. Whether you’re busy with your morning routine or hosting weekend brunch, these muffins are a versatile and nourishing choice.

Not only are they popular among health-conscious eaters, but their flavor profile and delightful aroma will also captivate everyone around you. Simple to make and enjoyable for all ages, these Low Fat Roasted Butternut Squash Muffins will soon become a favorite in your household, leaving your taste buds wanting more with every bite!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • cup roasted butternut squash with canned pumpkin puree) mashed for roasting squash - can substitute
  •  egg replacer equivalent 
  • 0.3 cup dairy-free yogurt plain
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • Dash nutmeg 
  • 12 servings hand full of and pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup apple sauce unsweetened
  • 1.5 cups pastry flour whole wheat all-purpose

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • muffin liners
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF and grease two muffin tins or line them with cupcake liners.
  2. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cardamom in a medium-bow.Blend the squash, sugar, yogurt, applesauce, honey and egg in a mixing bowl.Gently fold the dry ingredients into wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.Gently stir in the nuts, if using.Fill each muffin cup 2/3 full.
  3. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories122kcal
Protein7.94%
Fat9.07%
Carbs82.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.64
Glycemic Load
2.34
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.5752174439638%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.07mg
Catechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.28mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:122.36kcal
6.12%
Fat:1.32g
2.03%
Saturated Fat:0.18g
1.12%
Carbohydrates:27.11g
9.04%
Net Carbohydrates:24.51g
8.91%
Sugar:14.65g
16.27%
Cholesterol:0.48mg
0.16%
Sodium:147.95mg
6.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.6g
5.19%
Vitamin A:3209.5IU
64.19%
Manganese:0.76mg
38.01%
Selenium:9.83µg
14.04%
Fiber:2.6g
10.39%
Magnesium:28.02mg
7%
Phosphorus:65.1mg
6.51%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.17%
Iron:1.02mg
5.68%
Copper:0.11mg
5.66%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.38%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.86%
Potassium:132.34mg
3.78%
Vitamin K:3.72µg
3.54%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.46%
Zinc:0.51mg
3.41%
Calcium:33.16mg
3.32%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.26%
Folate:11.9µg
2.98%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.03%
Vitamin C:1.5mg
1.81%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.23%