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Pumpkin Protein Muffins (Easy & Healthy Recipe)

These easy Pumpkin Protein Muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with 10 grams of protein each! Made with pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, and warm spices, they are the perfect healthy breakfast or snack for fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 155
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil or butter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Vanilla Protein Powder whey or plant-based
  • 2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • 1 Muffin Tin
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together the whole wheat flour, protein powder, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcalProtein: 10gFat: 6gFiber: 3g

Notes

Don't Overmix: Mix the batter until just combined for the fluffiest muffins.
Protein Powder Choice: The type of protein powder can alter the texture. Add a splash of milk if the batter is too thick.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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