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Muffins are desserts prepared in the shape of a cup, with a soft and fluffy consistency, having various flavors and ingredients in their composition. They are made from flour, eggs, sugar, butter or oil, and are often complemented by vanilla, chocolate or other flavors. However, because sweets are not exactly the best friend of the body's health and figure, numerous recipes have been adapted in such a way as to obtain dietetic muffins, designed only from natural and vegetable ingredients.
Diet muffins are generally lower in calories than classic muffins. This can be useful if you want to carefully control your calorie intake or if a weight loss regimen is involved. Protein muffins are also a better choice, as they contain fewer carbohydrates and, depending on the elements chosen for the composition, can also have a high protein content. These are just a few of the reasons why vegan muffins are healthier and more suitable for an active lifestyle.
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3.1. Healthy sugar-free muffins - perfect for an office snack
3.2. Healthy muffin recipes that can be prepared during fasting
Sweets are a favorite of many, and that's why healthy alternatives to classic ingredients that can negatively impact your well-being have been specially created. Thus, these elements can be used without worry in protein and vegan muffin recipes.
These diet muffins are the solution for people diagnosed with metabolic diseases, such as diabetes, but also for those who want to reduce the amount of sugar consumed. This assortment of sweets stands out for its low-sugar composition, being replaced by stevia or Erythritol. The latter element has natural origin, being found in fruits, seaweed or even red wine, and is perfect for those trying to reduce their sugar intake, as it has a glycemic index equivalent to zero.
Vegan muffins are also often made with healthier ingredients, such as whole wheat flour or almond flour, which are known to be beneficial for the well-being of the body, compared to refined white flour.
Muffins can come in a variety of flavors, so there's something for everyone. They can be filled with flavors and sweeteners , such as vanilla or chocolate, or filled with sugar-free jam made from processed fruit. These little cakes are versatile and suitable for all tastes.
They are relatively easy to prepare, even at home. Nowadays, there are numerous recipes available to make your task easier, and the ingredients are affordable. However, what makes muffins a real sweet sought after by many is, in fact, their decoration. Many of the recipes include glazes, sweetener ornaments or other decorative elements, thus becoming attractive and appetizing works of art.
Last but not least, they can be kept for a few days at room temperature or frozen.
Diet muffins are an excellent choice for those who want to enjoy the delicious taste of these sweets without consuming too many calories. Here are some simple healthy muffin recipes:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 180℃. In a medium bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, almond flour, stevia sugar, cinnamon, salt and baking powder. In another bowl, place the vegetable protein powder, along with the milk and olive oil. Combine the contents of the two bowls and mix until smooth. Add the chopped apples on top, then mix everything together. Pour the mixture into the muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown.
2. Blueberry muffins
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 180℃. First, mix the almond flour with the whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, put the protein powder, vegan yogurt and olive oil. Then, mix the two bowls and mix them together. Finally, add the blueberries and mix gently. Place the contents in muffin tins that have been sprayed with cooking spray beforehand, and then bake for 20-25 minutes or until the mixture turns golden.
3. Vegan muffins with chocolate filling
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Set the oven to 180℃ and prepare a muffin tray with baking paper.
In a large bowl, add the wholemeal flour, cocoa powder, stevia sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable milk, melted coconut butter and vanilla extract. After combining the contents of the two bowls, you can add the Creametto VEGE Ostrovit chocolate spread, mixing slowly. Pour the mixture into the baking tins prepared in advance with a cooking spray, filling them up to 3/4 of their capacity. Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes or until they turn golden, even slightly brown. Before serving, let the little treats cool for at least 5 minutes.
If time is limited and does not allow for a more complex composition, a protein pancake mix that dissolves in water can be included in the recipe. This creates a base for muffins, which can be topped with a calorie-free sauce , such as Crispy Cookie or fruity ones such as Mango Passion Fruit or Pear Cherry Apple.
To make vegan protein muffins, the following ingredients are needed:
Vegan powders from Weider or USN are the perfect egg substitutes, with a high protein content, necessary for a healthy diet and daily activities. Also, stevia or coconut sugar, as well as Erythritol, are natural and very healthy alternatives to the classic version, presenting a low calorie intake.
Muffins are generally smaller than regular cookies, making them perfect for a quick and easy snack, while also being ideal for an individual serving. Vegan muffins are suitable as an office snack for several reasons:
Overall, vegan protein muffins are a great choice for a healthy snack between meals, even at the office, providing energy and essential nutrients without making digestion difficult or inducing drowsiness after consumption.
Fasting around the holidays can be difficult from a nutritional point of view, but nowadays, there is a wide range of substitutes for animal products, making the whole process much simpler. Healthy muffins are part of the category of sweets that can be easily adapted for fasting. Some examples of delicious recipes are:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 180℃. In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, previously melted coconut butter, vegetable sugar, your favorite vegan milk and vanilla extract. Then, in a second bowl, place the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt. The composition in the two bowls can be homogenized, and then add the vegan chocolate on top, mixing slowly. The newly formed composition is poured into the muffin tins (it is best to fill them up to 3/4 of their capacity) and baked for approximately 20-25 minutes or until the toothpick test passes. Afterwards, let them cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Therefore, healthy gluten-free, vegan muffin recipes are a great option for people who want to reduce or eliminate animal products from their daily diet. Instead of using eggs, milk and butter, these recipes rely on alternative ingredients, such as plant-based milk, coconut oil and butter, but also fruit, to obtain delicious and healthy muffins. Also, considering the fact that they are easy to prepare and require affordable ingredients, they are ideal for beginners in the kitchen or for people on a limited budget. Also, by avoiding animal products, these recipes are friendlier to the environment and animals. In addition, vegan muffins are a solution for people with food intolerances or allergies, such as those to lactose or eggs. These recipes do not contain ingredients that could trigger allergic reactions or sensitivities. Vegan muffin recipes are delicious and healthy, suitable for anyone who wants to adopt a vegan or vegetarian diet or try something new in the kitchen.
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