Strawberry Yogurt Morning Muffins

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Soft, moist muffins filled with juicy strawberries and creamy Greek yogurt are perfect for breakfast or an energizing snack. Easy to make in under 40 minutes, they combine simple pantry staples with fresh fruit for a flavorful treat. The batter mixes up quickly; just blend wet and dry ingredients, fold in strawberries, and bake until golden and fluffy. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a sweet crunch if desired. These muffins freeze well and pair beautifully with coffee or tea. Customize with blueberries, raspberries, or whole wheat flour for variety.

Updated on Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:32:00 GMT
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Freshly baked Strawberry Yogurt Morning Muffins, topped with sugar, ideal for breakfast. | velvetthyme.com

Tender, moist muffins bursting with fresh strawberries and creamy yogurt—perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack.

I first baked these for my family's busy weekday mornings, and they quickly became a favorite. The mix of creamy yogurt and fresh strawberries gives each bite a delightful flavor.

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
  • Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
  • Baking powder: 2 tsp
  • Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
  • Salt: 1/4 tsp
  • Large eggs: 2
  • Plain Greek yogurt: 1 cup (240 g)
  • Vegetable oil or melted butter: 1/3 cup (80 ml)
  • Pure vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Fresh strawberries, hulled and diced: 1 1/2 cups (200 g)
  • Coarse sugar (optional): 1 tbsp, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

Prepare oven and tin:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
Mix dry ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix wet ingredients:
In a separate bowl, beat eggs, yogurt, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla until smooth.
Combine mixtures:
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Add strawberries:
Fold in diced strawberries.
Fill muffin tin:
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle tops with coarse sugar, if using.
Bake:
Bake for 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool:
Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Moist muffins loaded with strawberries and yogurt, a delicious morning treat for any day. | velvetthyme.com

My kids love helping fold in the strawberries. Sometimes, we enjoy these muffins warm with a little honey on top for weekend breakfasts together.

Required Tools

12-cup muffin tin, mixing bowls, whisk, spatula, wire rack: all you'll need to make these easy muffins from scratch.

Allergen Information

Contains eggs, dairy, wheat (gluten). May contain traces of nuts or soy if ingredients are processed in shared facilities.

Nutritional Information

Each muffin has about 170 calories, 6 g of fat, 25 g carbohydrates, and 4 g of protein.

Golden Strawberry Yogurt Morning Muffins cooling on a rack, perfect alongside coffee or tea. Save to Pinterest
Golden Strawberry Yogurt Morning Muffins cooling on a rack, perfect alongside coffee or tea. | velvetthyme.com

Serve these cheerful muffins with tea or coffee for a cozy start to your day. Enjoy!

Recipe FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Yes, frozen strawberries work, but thaw and drain excess moisture before adding them to the batter.

Is Greek yogurt necessary?

Greek yogurt provides moisture and flavor, but regular plain yogurt can also be used with similar results.

Can I substitute other fruits?

Absolutely! Blueberries, raspberries, or diced peaches are excellent choices for swapping the strawberries.

How do I prevent dense muffins?

Mix the batter gently and only until ingredients are combined. Overmixing can lead to dense muffins.

What is the best way to store these muffins?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or freeze for longer freshness.

Are these suitable for vegetarians?

Yes, these muffins contain eggs and dairy but no meat, making them vegetarian-friendly.

Strawberry Yogurt Morning Muffins

Enjoy tender strawberry yogurt muffins for breakfast or snack, packed with fruit and wholesome flavor.

Prep time
15 min
Time for cooking
20 min
Total process time
35 min
Created by Velvet Thyme Eleanor Hayes

Recipe category Sweet Bakes

Skill level Easy

Cuisine type American

Yield amount 12 Number of servings

Dietary details Vegetarian-friendly

List of ingredients

Dry Ingredients

01 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

01 2 large eggs
02 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
04 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Fruit

01 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced

Optional Topping

01 1 tablespoon coarse sugar, for sprinkling

How to make it

Step 01

Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or nonstick spray.

Step 02

Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Step 03

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat eggs, Greek yogurt, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 04

Incorporate Mixtures: Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.

Step 05

Add Strawberries: Fold in the diced strawberries with a spatula, ensuring even distribution.

Step 06

Portion Batter: Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full. Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.

Step 07

Bake Muffins: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center exits clean.

Step 08

Cool and Serve: Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Essential tools

  • 12-cup muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Allergy warnings

Be sure to carefully review every ingredient for allergens and seek expert advice as needed.
  • Contains eggs, dairy, and wheat (gluten).
  • May contain traces of nuts or soy depending on ingredient processing; verify labels if allergies are present.

Nutrition details per serving

Details here are meant for guidance. Please contact health professionals for medical advice.
  • Calorie count: 170
  • Fat content: 6 g
  • Carbohydrate: 25 g
  • Protein amount: 4 g