Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Roll Blondie Muffins with Gooey Centers

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Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Roll Blondie Muffins with Gooey Centers 🥜🍯🧁

Introduction:

Who says you can’t have a sweet treat that’s both indulgent and healthy? These Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Roll Blondie Muffins with Gooey Centers offer the perfect balance of gooey, rich sweetness and a healthy twist. Thanks to the creamy peanut butter, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and the natural sweetness of maple syrup or honey, you get a muffin that feels like a decadent cinnamon roll but without the guilt. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a midday treat, these blondie muffins are sure to hit the spot.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter (natural or regular)
  • ž cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla, depending on your preference)
  • ½ cup maple syrup or honey (for natural sweetness)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup rolled oats (blended into oat flour or regular oat flour)
  • ½ cup almond flour (or any flour of your choice)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • Âź teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for that warm cinnamon roll flavor)
  • Âź cup mini chocolate chips (optional, but who can resist?)
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk (to adjust batter consistency)

For the Gooey Cinnamon Filling:

  • Âź cup peanut butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with muffin liners or grease it lightly.
  2. Blend oats in a food processor or blender until they become a fine oat flour (if you’re using rolled oats instead of oat flour). This is the key to making these muffins gluten-free!

Step 2: Prepare the Muffin Batter

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup (or honey). Mix until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until all ingredients are fully combined.
  3. Gradually mix in the oat flour and almond flour, and continue stirring until you have a thick, smooth batter.
  4. If your batter is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of milk until you reach your desired consistency. You want the batter to be thick, but still spoonable.
  5. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips (if you’re using them) for a little extra sweetness and texture.

Step 3: Make the Gooey Cinnamon Filling

  1. In a small bowl, mix together melted peanut butter, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon. This will form your gooey center that gives the muffins their signature cinnamon roll flavor.

Step 4: Assemble the Muffins

  1. Spoon about 1-2 tablespoons of muffin batter into each muffin cup, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Add a small spoonful of the gooey cinnamon filling in the center of each muffin.
  3. Top each muffin with another tablespoon of muffin batter, carefully covering the cinnamon filling.
  4. Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the cinnamon filling into the muffin batter for that perfect cinnamon roll swirl effect.

Step 5: Bake

  1. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean (or with a few moist crumbs). The tops should be golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.

Step 6: Cool and Enjoy

  1. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. If you prefer a softer, gooey texture, enjoy these fresh out of the oven when the centers are still warm and gooey.

Methods:

These muffins are a perfect example of how you can use healthier ingredients like Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and oats to create a deliciously indulgent dessert or snack. The Greek yogurt adds a boost of protein and helps keep the muffins moist, while the peanut butter not only adds flavor but also provides healthy fats. By using maple syrup or honey, you keep the sweetness natural, without refined sugars.

The key here is the gooey cinnamon roll center that elevates these muffins from a simple bake to something special. By swirling the cinnamon and peanut butter filling, you get that signature cinnamon roll experience, but in muffin form, and with a fraction of the calories and sugar of a typical cinnamon roll!

History of the Blondie:

The blondie is essentially a “blonde brownie,” a dessert that first became popular in the 1950s and is made without the cocoa powder that gives brownies their signature deep, chocolate flavor. Instead, blondies focus on vanilla and brown sugar, resulting in a lighter, sweeter treat. The concept of adding peanut butter to blondies isn’t a new one, but it has gained popularity for its rich texture and added flavor. Pairing it with Greek yogurt is a modern twist that not only enhances the texture but also packs in protein for a more balanced treat.

Formation of These Muffins:

These muffins are a blend of classic cinnamon roll and peanut butter blondie, both of which have their roots in comforting, indulgent treats. The cinnamon roll itself has been around for centuries, with origins in Northern Europe and Scandinavia. Over time, cinnamon rolls have been adapted into countless variations—some with gooey icing, others with different fillings like brown sugar and butter. This muffin version borrows the concept of the cinnamon roll’s gooey filling but makes it more portable and breakfast-friendly.

Conclusion:

These Healthy Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Cinnamon Roll Blondie Muffins with Gooey Centers are the perfect treat for anyone craving a balance between health and indulgence. By combining wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and oats, you get a muffin that’s packed with protein and healthy fats, yet feels like a decadent dessert. Whether you’re enjoying them for breakfast, as a snack, or as a post-workout treat, you’ll love how they satisfy your cravings without the sugar crash. The gooey cinnamon center is just the cherry on top—truly making these muffins something to fall in love with!

Lovers:

These muffins are truly for the lovers of comfort food with a healthy twist! Whether you’re a fan of peanut butter, cinnamon rolls, or just a good ol’ muffin, this recipe brings the best of all worlds together. Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth who also cares about nourishing their body—each bite is a warm, gooey embrace, just like a hug from your favorite cozy blanket. Add a cup of coffee or tea, and you’ve got a match made in heaven.

Enjoy! Let me know how yours turn out if you try them!

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