Introduction: Satisfy your sweet cravings without derailing your W/W journey with these Brownie Muffin Bites, each delightfully portioned at just 1 point per muffin. These bite-sized treats offer all the rich, chocolatey goodness of brownies in a perfectly portioned form, allowing you to enjoy a guilt-free dessert while staying on track with your points. With a blend of wholesome ingredients, these muffin bites are a delicious addition to your W/W-friendly repertoire.
Ingredients: To create these Brownie Muffin Bites, gather the following ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar substitute (such as Stevia or monk fruit)
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to the specified temperature (usually around 350°F or 175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for the baking process.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, sugar substitute, baking powder, and salt. This creates the dry base for your Brownie Muffin Bites.
Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the unsweetened applesauce, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Stir until well combined, ensuring a smooth batter.
Fold in Chocolate Chips (Optional): For an extra burst of chocolate flavor, fold in mini chocolate chips into the batter. This step is optional but adds a delightful touch.
Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each cup nearly to the top. These bite-sized portions ensure a satisfying treat while keeping the points per muffin at a minimal 1 point.
Bake Until Set: Bake the Brownie Muffin Bites in the preheated oven for approximately 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Be cautious not to overbake to maintain a fudgy texture.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow the muffin bites to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, these delightful Brownie Muffin Bites are ready to be enjoyed.
Conclusion: Brownie Muffin Bites at just 1 point per muffin offer a delicious and portion-controlled dessert option for those following the W/W program. With a simple preparation process and a focus on wholesome ingredients, these bite-sized treats bring the joy of brownies to your fingertips while aligning with your health-conscious goals. Indulge in these guilt-free muffin bites as a delightful addition to your W/W-friendly dessert options.
This recipe came to me by one of my co-workers today, Nina. It was given to Nina at one of our local W/W meetings. I hope you all enjoy this”.
Ready In: 33mins Yields: 4
18 muffins Serves: 18
INGREDIENTS
3cups All Bran extra fiber cereal, Kellogg’s
2 1⁄2 – 3cups hot water, as per your taste of the moisture
1(18 1/4 ounce) box fudge brownie mix
1 1⁄2 teaspoons baking powder
DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Prepare muffin tin with Pam for Baking spray.
Soak the cereal with water until all absorbed.
Mix the baking powder with the dry brownie mix.
Add the cereal mixture until well blended.
Divide batter into muffin cups.
Bake for approximately 23 minutes, until the muffin tops spring back.