Garden Fresh Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

Easy & Healthy Weight Watchers Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins with Brown Sugar Streusel

The requests for delightful rhubarb recipes have been pouring in, and as rhubarb season approaches, it’s clear why! This vibrant, tart vegetable, when paired with the sweet allure of strawberries, creates a truly unforgettable flavor combination. Today, I’m thrilled to share a recipe for easy strawberry rhubarb muffins that isn’t just a hit in my home, but is also perfectly aligned with a healthy lifestyle, especially for those following Weight Watchers.

Initially, I admit I was a bit skeptical. Rhubarb wasn’t a staple in my childhood kitchen, and my experience with it was limited. However, with just one bite of these muffins, my perspective completely shifted. The harmonious blend of sweet strawberries and tangy rhubarb is a match made in culinary heaven. And let me tell you, the delightful brown sugar streusel topping is not only an incredible addition but also magically eases any hesitation you might have had about this amazing duo. It’s truly a game-changer!

For those of you who have been loyal readers of this blog, you know my deep affection for muffins. From the very first taste, it was clear that these Weight Watchers friendly muffins would quickly ascend to the top of my favorites list. They are moist, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying, proving that healthy eating doesn’t mean compromising on taste.

This recipe yields 12 delicious muffins, each a mere 85 calories. They are an ideal choice for a wholesome breakfast, a guilt-free snack, or a sweet treat that stays fresh for several days, making them perfect for meal prep throughout the week.

Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins: From Prep to Plate in Under 45 Minutes

One of the most appealing aspects of these strawberry rhubarb muffins is their incredible speed and simplicity. Requiring less than 15 minutes of active preparation time and just 25 minutes to bake, you can have these warm, fragrant muffins ready to enjoy in under 45 minutes from the moment you start gathering your ingredients. Why opt for store-bought, often sugar-laden, pre-made options when you can whip up something this healthy, homemade, and utterly delicious in such a short amount of time? It’s a testament to how quick and rewarding home baking can be.

During my research for this recipe, I discovered just how remarkably easy it is to grow your own rhubarb. In fact, I’m seriously considering cultivating it myself! Rhubarb is a surprisingly resilient and prolific vegetable, capable of producing a bountiful harvest in a relatively short period. What’s more, it thrives beautifully in containers, which is a huge advantage for gardeners like me with limited space. Imagine the satisfaction of baking these muffins with fresh rhubarb straight from your own garden!

The combination of strawberry and rhubarb is universally celebrated as one of the most iconic and beloved flavor pairings in all of baking. There’s a very good reason these easy strawberry rhubarb muffins consistently rank among the internet’s favorite things to bake. After putting it off for far too long, I’ve finally joined the ranks of true believers. Just look at how incredibly tempting and perfectly golden these muffins turned out! The vibrant red of the strawberries and the subtle blush of the rhubarb peek through, promising a burst of fresh, summery flavor in every bite.

Discover the Magic of a Classic Flavor Combination in These Healthy Muffins

What makes these healthy strawberry rhubarb muffins so effortlessly delightful, and why am I already planning to make them again very soon? It’s simply because they were an absolute joy to create from start to finish. As I mentioned, I initially harbored some skepticism, having not grown up with much rhubarb in my diet. I’ll be the first to admit that I genuinely missed out on a fantastic ingredient! The strawberry and rhubarb pairing is undeniably one of the most celebrated and iconic flavor combinations of the spring and summer months, and I’m honestly astounded that I neglected it for so long. I am incredibly excited to permanently integrate these easy strawberry rhubarb muffins into my regular baking rotation.

Beyond their exquisite taste, several key features make this recipe stand out as a must-try for any home baker:

  • No Yogurt Required: Unlike many online muffin recipes that call for yogurt to achieve moisture, these are simple strawberry rhubarb muffins without yogurt. This simplifies the ingredient list and ensures you can make them even if your fridge isn’t stocked with dairy.
  • Flexible Fruit Options: You can easily make these delicious strawberry rhubarb muffins using either fresh, seasonal fruit or convenient frozen fruit. This versatility means you can enjoy them year-round, regardless of when rhubarb season officially begins or ends.
  • Family-Friendly Fun: Many of these ingredients can be prepped beforehand, or you can involve younger family members to help with measuring, mixing, and dicing. It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time together in the kitchen and introduce children to the joys of baking.
  • Effortless Cleanup: The straightforward process and minimal specialized equipment mean that cleaning up after baking these muffins is an absolute breeze, leaving you more time to savor your delicious creations.

Why These Weight Watchers Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins Are a Must-Bake

If you’re looking for a treat that aligns with your health goals without skimping on flavor, these muffins are your answer. Here’s why you should absolutely add them to your baking repertoire:

  1. A Truly Healthy Muffin Recipe: Despite being incredibly delicious and perfectly sweet, this recipe is designed to be low in Weight Watchers points. Each muffin comes in at just 3 SmartPoints on all three MyWW programs (Green, Blue, and Purple) and 2 PointsPlus. This makes them an excellent choice for a guilt-free indulgence.
  2. The Joy of Baking: There’s a unique satisfaction that comes from baking from scratch. Gathering your family members, whether they’re watching your culinary magic or actively helping out, creates wonderful memories and a comforting kitchen atmosphere.
  3. Healthy with a Sweet Indulgence: What makes these muffins truly remarkable is their ability to deliver a low-point treat that still allows for a delightful brown sugar topping. It’s like having a homemade strawberry rhubarb muffin with a crunchy streusel topping, but without the typical calorie overload. It’s the perfect balance of healthy and indulgent.

Weight Watchers Strawberry Rhubarb Muffin Ingredients

Gathering the right ingredients is the first step to these amazing muffins. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 egg
  • 2 Tbsp egg whites
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/3 cup 1% milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour + 1 Tbsp for coating berries/rhubarb
  • 1/2 cup diced fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen diced rhubarb

To Make the Brown Sugar Topping:

  • 1.5 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 Tbsp cold margarine or light butter

INSTRUCTIONS

Muffin batter with diced strawberries and rhubarb, before baking.

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a standard 12-hole muffin tin by spraying it thoroughly with cooking spray. For best results and easy removal, do not use paper liners for this recipe.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together the whole egg, egg whites, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and well combined. This helps to create a smooth base for your batter.
  3. Next, gently stir in the unsweetened apple sauce, 1% milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until these wet ingredients are just incorporated. Overmixing can lead to tough muffins, so be gentle.
  4. Add the measured flour, baking powder, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Mix carefully until the dry ingredients are just moistened. Again, avoid overmixing; a few lumps are perfectly fine and often preferred.
  5. Dice your fresh or frozen strawberries and rhubarb into small, uniform pieces. In a separate small bowl, toss them with the extra 1 Tbsp of flour. This crucial step helps prevent the fruit from sinking to the bottom of your muffins during baking, ensuring even distribution. Gently fold the floured fruit into your muffin batter. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups.
  6. To prepare the delightful topping, combine the 1.5 Tbsp brown sugar and 1 Tbsp flour in a small bowl. Add the cold margarine or light butter. Using a fork or your fingertips, blend these ingredients until a coarse, crumble-like topping forms. Evenly sprinkle this topping over the batter in each of your 12 muffin cups.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Once baked, let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. These muffins are best stored in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain their freshness. This recipe makes 12 muffins, each counting as 3 SmartPoints (on all three MyWW programs) or 2 PointsPlus. If you prefer, you can omit the brown sugar topping; however, the point value per muffin will remain the same due to other ingredients.
  9. Nutritional information per muffin (including strawberries & rhubarb): Calories 85, Fat 1.4g, Saturated Fat 0.3g, Carbohydrates 14.8g, Fiber 0.7g, Sugars 4.6g, Protein 2.9g.

Creative Variations & Serving Suggestions for Your Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

One of the joys of baking is the ability to customize recipes to your liking. These Weight Watchers strawberry rhubarb muffins are wonderfully versatile, allowing for numerous delicious adaptations:

  1. Substitutions for Fruit: While strawberry and rhubarb are a classic pairing, you can easily substitute other fruits into these healthy muffins to create new flavor profiles. Almost any berry will work beautifully. Consider these delicious alternatives:
    • Blueberries for a sweet and tangy burst.
    • Fresh or candied lemon zest, perhaps paired with raspberries, for a brighter, zesty muffin.
    • Mashed banana for a naturally sweeter, more comforting muffin – perfect for using up overripe bananas.
    • Diced apples or peaches, especially delicious with a hint of cinnamon.

    Remember to adjust the amount of added sugar slightly if your chosen fruit is significantly sweeter or tarter than strawberries and rhubarb. Always coat softer fruits in a tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking.

  2. Delicious Uses for Leftover Muffins: If by some miracle you have leftover muffins, there are plenty of creative ways to enjoy them. Beyond simply reheating, consider these options:
    • Transform them into a healthy bread pudding: dice stale muffins, soak in a light custard, and bake until golden.
    • Crumble them over yogurt or a fruit parfait for a delightful, textured breakfast or snack.
    • Even after they’ve gone a bit stale, you could turn them into a unique and healthy breakfast casserole by combining with eggs and a touch of milk.
    • Cut them into cubes and toast lightly to make “muffin croutons” for a fruit salad, adding a sweet crunch.
  3. Alternative Toppings: While the brown sugar streusel topping is incredibly tasty, you have other options if you’re looking for an even healthier variant or simply want to try something different:
    • Omit the topping entirely for the simplest and lowest-calorie version (though the points will remain the same as noted).
    • A light vanilla glaze: whisk together powdered sugar with a tiny bit of milk or water and a splash of vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over cooled muffins.
    • A lemon glaze: similar to the vanilla glaze, but use lemon juice instead of milk for a tangy finish.
    • A simple dusting of powdered sugar just before serving adds an elegant touch without much effort or extra calories.

Storage Tips for Maximum Freshness

To ensure your strawberry rhubarb muffins stay delicious for as long as possible, proper storage is key. After they have cooled completely on a wire rack, store them in an airtight container. They will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, these muffins freeze beautifully. Simply place them in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator or gently warm them in the microwave or oven for a quick, fresh-ttasting treat.

Other Muffin Recipes You’ll Love

If you’ve enjoyed baking these delicious strawberry rhubarb muffins, be sure to explore more of my healthy and easy muffin recipes. They’re perfect for any time of day and are always a hit!

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Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins

By: Drizzle
Servings: 12
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

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3SP on all 3 MyWW programs/2PP

Ingredients 

  • 1 egg
  • 2 Tbsp egg whites
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/3 cup 1% milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/3 cup flour + 1Tbsp for coating berries/rhubarb
  • 1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh diced rhubarb
  • FOR BROWN SUGAR TOPPING
  • 1.5 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp flour
  • 1/2 Tbsp cold margerine
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Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350F, spray a 12 hole regular muffin tin with cooking spray (do not use liners)
  • In a bowl whisk together your egg, egg whites and brown sugar.
  • Stir in your apple sauce, milk and vanilla.
  • Mix in your flour, baking powder and soda.
  • Dice your strawberries and rhubarb up into small pieces, in a bowl mix them with 1 Tbsp flour, this will help with them not all sinking to the bottom of the muffins. Fold into your batter and divide over your 12 muffin cups.
  • In a small bowl combine your 1.5 Tbsp brown sugar and 1 Tbsp flour, add your cold margarine and blend with a fork, it will form a crumble like topping, sprinkle over your 12 muffins.
  • Bake in oven for 25 minutes.
  • Muffins best stored in fridge, makes 12 muffins at 3 smart points each (2 points plus) you can leave the brown sugar topping off if you’d prefer, the points will stay the same though.
  • Nutritional info per muffin, incl strawberries & rhubarb.. Calories 85… Fat 1.4g.. Sat fat 0.3g .. Carbs 14.8g.. Fiber 0.7g… Sugars 4.6g…Protein 2.9g..

Additional Info

Course: Muffins
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