Pumpkin spice muffins

Serves 16

Tip: When baking, use Greek yogurt to reduce or replace shortening, oil or butter. This cuts fat and makes muffins extra moist and tender.

1. Add 2 cups pumpkin puree.
2. Add 2 cups nonfat plain Greek yogurt.
3. Add 2 eggs.
4. Add 1/4 cup canola oil.
5. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
6. Combine until well-mixed.
7. Add 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour.
8. Add 1 1/2 cups sugar.
9. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon.
10. Add 1 teaspoon ground cloves.
11. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda.
12. Slowly combine dry ingredients into wet ones.
13. Mix 1 to 2 minutes.
14. Scoop 1/4 cup batter into each muffin well.
15. Bake 25 to 30 minutes at 350 F.

Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.