Healthy Chocolate Chip Buns
These healthy chocolate chip buns are soft and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. Made with Greek yogurt, whole wheat flour, and lightly sweetened with honey, they’re a wholesome bakery-style treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- High in protein – Greek yogurt and eggs add satisfying protein to help keep you fuller longer.
- High in fiber – Whole wheat flour adds extra fiber and nutrients compared to traditional buns.
- Easy no-yeast recipe – No rising or kneading required—just mix, scoop, and bake.
If you are looking for more healthy recipes, try my Raspberry Bran Muffins, Healthy Applesauce Cake, and Healthy Orange Date Cake.
Ingredients you’ll need:
- Greek yogurt – Adds moisture and protein, and creates a soft texture.
- Eggs – Help bind the dough and keep the buns fluffy.
- Honey – Naturally sweetens the buns while adding moisture.
- Vanilla extract – Enhances the flavor and pairs beautifully with chocolate.
- Whole wheat pastry flour – Adds fiber and nutrients, while maintaining a soft texture.
- Baking powder – Helps the buns rise and stay light.
- Baking soda – Reacts with the yogurt for extra softness and lift.
- Cinnamon – Adds warmth and enhances the chocolate flavor.
- Chocolate chips – Bring rich chocolatey goodness to every bite.
- Salt – Balances and enhances the flavors.
How to make healthy chocolate chip buns:
(The full written and printable recipe is further below.)
Step #1) In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
Step #2) In a medium bowl, toss together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Step #3) Stir everything together until almost combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Step #4) Scoop the batter into 12 rounded portions onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375F for 20 minutes.
🌟 Expert tips:
- Use thick Greek yogurt for the best texture.
- Do not overmix the dough or the buns may become dense.
- Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top before baking for a bakery-style look.
- Warm the buns slightly before serving for gooey melted chocolate.
Delicious variations:
- Double Chocolate🍫 – Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder to the dough for rich double chocolate buns.
- Banana Chocolate Chip🍌 – Replace 1/2 cup of the yogurt with mashed ripe banana for a naturally sweeter, softer bun.
- Cinnamon Raisin 🍇 – Replace the chocolate chips with raisins for a cozy breakfast-style version.
- Orange Chocolate 🍊 – Add 1 tablespoon orange zest to brighten the flavor—this pair beautifully with dark chocolate.
- Nutty Crunch 🥜 – Fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds for extra crunch and healthy fats.
Storing & freezing instructions:
Storing – Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Freezing – Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds before serving.
Recipe FAQs:
Yes, but the buns will have less fiber and a softer texture.
Yes, I find them plenty sweet because of the chocolate chips.
Overmixing the dough or adding too much flour can make the buns dense. When mixing, stir just until combined for the best texture.
Absolutely. You can reduce the chocolate chips to 1/2–3/4 cup if you want a less sweet, more breakfast-style bun.
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Healthy Chocolate Chip Buns
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks, plus more for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, and vanilla until smooth.2 cups Greek yogurt, 3 large eggs, 2 Tbsp honey, 1 tsp vanilla
- In a medium bowl, toss together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.3 cups whole wheat pastry flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt
- Stir everything together until almost combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.1 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks
- Scoop the batter into 12 rounded portions onto the prepared baking sheet. Top with more chocolate chips if desired. Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly golden on top.
