Description
These Viral Protein Muffins are a game-changer for healthy snacking! Packed with protein, these muffins are moist, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast or a post-workout treat. Loaded with nutrients and a slight sweetness, they’re both satisfying and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (blended into oat flour, or use store-bought oat flour)
- 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or nuts (optional for added texture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the muffin cups.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the applesauce, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the eggs and whisk until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
- Pour in the milk and mix until the batter is smooth.
- If desired, fold in the mini chocolate chips or nuts for added texture.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of protein powder you prefer (chocolate, vanilla, etc.).
- If you want more sweetness, add extra maple syrup or honey. You can also adjust the amount of protein powder for a more indulgent or less intense protein flavor.
- These muffins freeze well! Store in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg