Description

These Pumpkin Protein Muffins are the perfect, nutritious snack or breakfast option. Packed with protein and the warm flavors of fall, they are moist, delicious, and easy to make.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup pumpkin puree

¾ cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt

2/3 cup maple syrup

2 large eggs

2 tablespoons avocado oil

1 ¾ cups oat flour

½ cup vanilla whey protein powder

2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, and avocado oil until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the oat flour, whey protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage. If you prefer a sweeter muffin, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 190 kcal
Sugar: 13 g
Sodium: 210 mg
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg

Keywords: Pumpkin Protein Muffins, healthy muffins, protein-packed snacks, fall recipes, pumpkin recipes