Chocolate Chunk Muffin Tops
So, let me tell you something about these muffin tops.
They’re healthy. Seriously. Like under 90 calories each healthy.
And they taste phenomenal.
I’m actually a HUGE fan of VitaTops, but not a fan of the hefty price tag attached to ’em. If you’re not familiar with VitaTops, they are a high-fiber, low-calorie snack frequently touted by Hungry Girl and Weight Watchers. I love ’em, love’ em, love ’em.
So when I stumbled on a knock-off version of their chocolate chunk muffin over at Dashing Dish, I knew I had to try it. And I’m so glad I did! This version is actually even better than the packaged version, and at only a fraction of the cost. Score!
And while the original recipe uses a standard-size muffin pan, I used my new handy-dandy muffin top pan, just to cut the calories a bit further. Plus, they’re just extra cute this way!
- 1¾ cup oats
- 3 egg whites
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup hot water
- ½ cup baking Stevia
- ½ cup chocolate chunks (or chocolate chips)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray muffin-top tin with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a blender, mix together all ingredients, except for the chocolate chunks. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour chocolate batter into a bowl and gently stir in ¼ cup of the chocolate chunks. Scoop into your prepared pan.
- Bake for 5 minutes; remove tin from oven and sprinkle the remainder of the chocolate chunks on top. Bake for 2 to 3 more minutes.
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Ooooh these look so delish. Putting on my list to make…
Aimee @ ShugarySweets recently posted..Apple Spice Muffins with Caramel Glaze
Yummy!
Terry recently posted..Menu Plan 09-17-12
Chocolate muffin tops that are good for me…I must have these!!! I love the extra chocolate on top!!!
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the gooey muffins tops are the best part. i’ve only had a vitatop once before and they are crazy good! so much chocolate decadent flavor in only 90 cals! they are perfect. I should try them homemade. 🙂
sally @ sallys baking addiction recently posted..apple spice cupcakes with salted caramel frosting.
Sally, I bet you could make an awesome version of these! Now I’m thinking of trying to figure out a pumpkin version…
These sound incredible! Can’t wait to try. Hubby will be happy.
Marica, you and Terry HAVE to make these. They really turned out moist, and they are super healthy–and no guilt-trip when you eat one, either. =)
I loooooooove VitaTops but you’re right, they’re expensive! Eeek. I love these muffin tops. Reminds me of that episode of Seinfeld where Elaine opens the Top of the Muffin shop 🙂 “what about the stumps?!” These look super plush and delicious, and the chocolate chunks on top look SUPER yummy!! Finally, a healthy reason to use my muffin top pan besides staring at it and making ridiculously calorie-laden cookies lol.
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..Caramel Apple Spice Milky Way Cookies
Well, I’m sure I’ll also be using this pan for plenty of calorie-laden treats. But seriously, I’m planning to keep a stash of these on-hand for when I need a little treat and not a lot of calories. They seriously turned out awesome and were SO easy to make.
These look + sound fantastic, + I love that they’re healthified!
amy @ fearless homemaker recently posted..peanut butter chocolate chip cookies
I love vitatop muffins! But, even more, I love finding ways to make my store-bought favorites at home. This is a great recipe – I can’t wait try it!
I hope you like ’em, Jenna. I froze my leftovers and have been defrosting them when I need a little extra treat–they really are good!
Oh my god, I have been waiting for something like this! I have always wanted to try those vita top things but have never wanted to fork over the money. I’m so all over these. Pinned!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Triple Mocha Donuts
I love Vita-Tops, but this recipe was even better than the real thing. It’s going to save me a TON! =)
this muffins looks amazing! great recipe! love your blog!
Top cuisine avec Lavi recently posted..Mic dejun rapid / Quick breakfast
I made these in my cake pop pan today. Kids are loving them because they are like little chocolatey donut holes.
I am SOOO making these!!! Printing now! Thanks so much for linking up at Weekend Potluck…please come back soon.
I need to buy a muffin top pan, because these look awesome!
Amber K recently posted..Cheesy Cauliflower Breadsticks
Thank you for this wonderful recipe. I have made these several times, and they turn out just like your beautiful picture. Plus they taste amazing. I’ll be making these a lot.
I’m so glad you guys liked this recipe, Marica. They are really sooooo good, and guilt-free, too!
Question- can I sub real sugar? I know it makes it less healthified, but I prefer my kids not eat all these sugar substitutes- when even with additional sugar, they are still probably lower in sugar than most cereals! Also, I just checked at the store today and those darn vita tops are over $1 each! For for almost $5! These are totally worth making and I love that I know what’s in them!
Melissa: yes! Substituting real sugar will work just fine. 🙂 I know, the price on those VitaTops is crazy, huh? I love ’em, but for over $1 each, it’s worth it to make my own! Hope you and the kiddos like this version.
I just made these last night & they are amazing. Very moist & decadent.