Soft, moist, and packed with rich chocolate flavor, these skinny double chocolate chip muffins are a lighter treat that still tastes indulgent. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or healthier dessert cravings.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 Muffins)
🔹 Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
🔹 Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup applesauce
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🔹 Chocolate
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- Extra chips for topping
🍳 Equipment
- Muffin tin
- Muffin liners
- Mixing bowls
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Line muffin tin with liners
🔸 Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In bowl whisk together:
- Flour
- Cocoa powder
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Salt
🔸 Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl whisk:
- Eggs
- Greek yogurt
- Applesauce
- Honey
- Milk
- Vanilla
🔸 Step 4: Combine
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture gently
👉 Do not overmix
🔸 Step 5: Add Chocolate Chips
- Fold in chocolate chips
🔸 Step 6: Fill Muffin Cups
- Fill each cup about ¾ full
- Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top
🔸 Step 7: Bake
- Bake for 16–20 minutes
✔ Toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs
🔸 Step 8: Cool
- Let muffins cool before serving
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Coffee or tea ☕
- Peanut butter spread 🥜
- Fresh berries 🍓
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Greek yogurt keeps muffins moist
✔ Mini chocolate chips distribute evenly
✔ Don’t overbake for softer muffins
✔ Applesauce reduces oil while keeping texture tender
🔄 Variations
🍌 Banana Chocolate Muffins
Add mashed banana
🥜 Peanut Butter Version
Add peanut butter swirl
☕ Mocha Muffins
Add espresso powder
🌰 Nutty Chocolate
Add walnuts or pecans
❓ FAQs
Can I freeze muffins?
Yes—freeze up to 2 months.
Can I use oat flour?
Yes, though texture will be denser.
Can I make mini muffins?
Absolutely—reduce baking time.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Muffin)
- Calories: ~130–180
- Protein: ~4g
- Carbs: ~18g
- Fat: ~5g
⚖️ WW Points (Estimated)
🔹 Standard Skinny Version
👉 3–5 WW Points
🔻 Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips Version
👉 2–4 WW Points
✅ Extra Light Version
(Fat-free yogurt + sugar substitute)
👉 2–3 WW Points