Description
Protein muffins are a delicious and nutritious baked treat packed with protein, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout fuel. They are easy to make, customizable, and help keep you full longer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mashed bananas or applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing or lining with muffin liners.
- In a large bowl, mix whole wheat flour, protein powder, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, honey or maple syrup, mashed bananas or applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Spoon the batter evenly into muffin cups, filling about 2/3 full. Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips or nuts on top.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool muffins in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not over-mix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
- Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for best rise.
- Let eggs and dairy ingredients come to room temperature for better mixing.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat frozen muffins in the microwave for 15-30 seconds for best texture.
- Customize with add-ins like shredded vegetables, dried fruits, or nut butters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Sugar: 8-10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4-6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1-2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3-4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20-22 g
- Fiber: 3-4 g
- Protein: 10-12 g
- Cholesterol: 40-50 mg
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