Description
These classic protein muffins are easy to make and perfect for a quick, high-protein snack. They use simple ingredients like protein powder, Greek yogurt, and eggs to help you boost your protein intake throughout the day. Enjoy a moist and delicious muffin that feels like home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup berries or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, applesauce, milk, eggs, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If using, gently fold in the berries or chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra moisture, ensure your Greek yogurt and applesauce are at room temperature.
- Don’t overmix the batter; this can lead to tough muffins.
- You can substitute other fruits like blueberries or chopped bananas.
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: Approximately 150-180 (varies with additions)
- Sugar: Approximately 10-15g (varies with sweetener and additions)
- Sodium: Approximately 150mg
- Fat: Approximately 5-7g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 3-4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 20-25g
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g
- Protein: Approximately 10-12g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 50mg