Strawberry Yogurt Muffins

Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day.  However, I tend to get stuck in a routine of eating the same thing for breakfast every morning. I typically have oatmeal, egg whites, and some kind of fresh fruit.  I am trying to get out of that habit and so I decided to make some muffins. These muffins are scrumptious and were a big hit in my house. I am so glad I have found a healthier muffin recipe that is so quick and easy to make.  Next time you are in the store, look at how unhealthy the muffins are that are already pre-packaged. These are so much tastier and way more nutritious. Make sure to use the white whole wheat flour to get some whole grains. :)

The muffins don't necessarily have to be eaten for breakfast. They are perfect for an afternoon snack as well. Hurry off to the kitchen and make you some of these!

Strawberry Yogurt Muffins
Makes 12 muffins
adapted from: http://www.foodbuzz.com/recipes/3850611-strawberry-yogurt-muffins

Ingredients:
-1 1/2 cups king arthur white whole wheat flour
-1/2 cup sugar or sugar substitute equivalent
-1 teaspoon baking powder
-1 teaspoon baking soda
-1/2 teaspoon salt - optional (I used 1/4 teaspoon)
-2 eggs lightly beaten or eggbeater equivalent
-1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
-1/4 cup canola oil or 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (I used applesauce to make it healthier and lower the calorie count)
-2 teaspoons pure vanilla
-1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries - chopped

Directions:
-Preheat oven to 350 degrees
-Place muffin cups in muffin baking tray or spray with nonstick cooking spray
-In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
-In a small bowl, add eggs, yogurt, oil/applesauce, and vanilla and mix together until blended.
-Add contents of small bowl to the large bowl of flour mixture. Gently mix together until blended but do not over mix.
-Fold chopped strawberries into batter with a spoon
-Pour batter into the muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes.
-You will know when the muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into them comes out clean
-Let muffins cool before storing

Enjoy! :)