Description
These Greek Yogurt Protein Muffins are a delicious and healthy treat that’s packed with protein. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a satisfying snack, these muffins are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or blueberries.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or 2%)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla or plain protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or blueberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or nonstick spray.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, honey/maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Add to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in chocolate chips or blueberries if desired.
- Bake: Divide batter into muffin cups and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can substitute oat flour with whole wheat flour or almond flour.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based yogurt and vegan protein powder.
- These muffins freeze well—store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
