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Pumpkin Protein Muffins

Pumpkin Protein Muffins: 5 Reasons They’re Your Best Snack Yet!


  • Author: recipeinspire
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

These Pumpkin Protein Muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with fall flavor and protein — perfect for a healthy breakfast or post-workout snack!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup almond milk (or any milk)
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, eggs, syrup, yogurt, vanilla, and almond milk.
  3. Stir in oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until just combined.
  4. Fold in optional chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  5. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups and bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Store muffins in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Great for meal prep and post-workout snacks!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Healthy
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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