Healthy Almond Joy Bran Muffins

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

oat bran (measured like this and gluten-free if necessary)

1/2 cup

plain nonfat Greek yogurt

1/2 cup

nonfat milk

2 tsp

almond extract

1 cup

whole wheat or gluten-free* flour (measured like this)

2 tsp

baking powder

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp

salt

1/2 tbsp

coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly

large egg whites, room temperature

1/4 cup

molasses, room temperature

1/4 cup

pure maple syrup, room temperature

3 tbsp

shredded unsweetened coconut

3 tbsp

miniature chocolate chips, divided