Pumpkin Protein Muffins
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5.0
36 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
12 muffins
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Calories
196 kcal
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Cuisine
American, International
Pumpkin Protein Muffins
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These high-protein pumpkin muffins are fluffy, soft, and a perfect breakfast or quick snack. They're healthy, gluten-free, and made with protein powder and Greek yogurt. Each muffin has over 10 grams of protein!
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Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120g) pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
- ⅓ cup (64g) creamy all-natural almond butter
- ¼ cup (57g) plain Greek yogurt I used 2%
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk or any milk
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (36g) coconut sugar
- 1 ¼ cup (140g) super-fine almond flour
- ½ cup (40g) protein powder (vanilla or unflavored), I used whey but pea protein works too
- 2 ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or 1.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips optional
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, almond butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and coconut sugar until smooth.
- Add the almond flour, protein powder, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and baking powder. Gently fold the mixture until everything is well combined.
- Use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips or nuts (optional).
- Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups, filling each cup about two-thirds full. If you like, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins completly cool before enjoying! This is important so they are not crumbly :)
Notes
- To Store: Place cooled muffins into an airtight container and store them at room temperature for 2 - 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freezing muffins is an excellent option if you like to meal prep. Simply let your muffins cool to room temperature and then place them in a freezer-safe, airtight bag. You can freeze them for up to 3 months! And when you are ready to enjoy them, just pop them into the microwave for 20 – 40 seconds until warm.
- Protein Powder: Experiment with different protein powder flavors to customize the taste of your muffins. Vanilla, pumpkin-spice, snickerdoodle, or even chocolate-flavored protein powder can add unique touches.
- Mini Muffins: Make mini muffins for bite-sized snacks or party treats; just adjust the baking time accordingly. Mini muffins should take 7 – 10 minutes to bake.
- Spiced Cream Cheese Filling: Create a surprise filling by mixing cream cheese with a touch of cinnamon and a sweetener, then add a dollop to the center of each muffin before baking.
- Almond Milk: can be substituted with oat milk, cashew milk, regular milk, or skim milk.
- Coconut Sugar: can be substituted with light brown sugar.
- Almond Butter: can be substituted with all-natural creamy peanut butter.
- Almond Flour: DO NOT substitute with coconut flour or almond meal.
- The ntritonal information below is calculated with Whey Protein Powder and sugar-free chocolate chips.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
196kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
17g
(6%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Cholesterol
37mg
(12%)
Sodium
63mg
(3%)
Potassium
109mg
(3%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1647IU
(33%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
100mg
(10%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 196 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 196kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 63mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 109mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1647IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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