Easy Funfetti Greek Yogurt Muffins Recipe
These Funfetti Greek Yogurt Muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with colorful rainbow sprinkles. Made with Greek yogurt for added protein and moisture, they offer a fun and slightly healthier treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a light dessert. The combination of butter and olive or avocado oil creates a tender crumb, while the gentle folding of sprinkles ensures a vibrant, evenly distributed sprinkle crunch in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 15 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup milk (whole, 2% or 1%)
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- ½ cup traditional rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375℉. Line muffin tins with liners or spray with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking soda, and salt until fully combined. Set aside.
- Melt Butter: Place the butter in a medium bowl and microwave for 20-25 seconds until soft and mostly melted, being careful not to fully liquefy it.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: To the melted butter, add olive or avocado oil, plain Greek yogurt, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk gently until the mixture is uniform, taking care not to overmix.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or large spoon, stir just until the batter is combined; avoid overmixing to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles, taking care to distribute them evenly without causing streaking of color.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into each muffin cup nearly full. Optionally, top each muffin with a few extra sprinkles for added color and texture.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven at 375℉ for 15-17 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—when it comes out clean, muffins are ready. Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven.
- Cool and Serve: Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5-10 minutes before removing. For easiest removal and best texture, let muffins cool completely if using liners. Enjoy warm or store for later.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to ensure the muffins stay light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in sprinkles to prevent color streaking and keep them evenly distributed.
- Test muffins for doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Cool muffins completely before storing to avoid sogginess.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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