Description
Hearty Pumpkin Protein Muffins deliver autumn’s warmth with a nutritious twist. Spiced with cinnamon and packed with wholesome ingredients, these muffins promise a delightful balance of flavor and fitness that you’ll crave after each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) gluten-free rolled oats
- 3 eggs
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) canned pumpkin (100% pure, not pie filling)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) vanilla protein powder (50 grams)
Flavoring and Spices:
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice seasoning
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Wet and Additional Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) dark chocolate chips (use dairy-free for a vegan option)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F (175°C) and arrange a muffin tin with silicone liners or a light coating of cooking spray.
- Combine all ingredients except chocolate chips into a high-powered blender, including whole oats, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin spice, pumpkin purée, large eggs, pure vanilla extract, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil.
- Process the mixture on high speed until the oats transform into a fine, uniform consistency and the batter becomes completely smooth.
- Gently fold chocolate chips into the blended batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Carefully portion the batter into 12 muffin cups, filling each approximately 3/4 full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Optionally, sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top of each muffin for extra visual appeal and flavor.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the muffins develop a golden-brown exterior and a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow muffins to rest in the pan for 10-15 minutes, enabling them to set and cool slightly.
- Carefully transfer the muffins to a wire cooling rack, allowing them to reach room temperature completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Meal Prep Magic: These protein-packed muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days or frozen for a month, making them perfect for busy mornings.
- Protein Power Boost: Each muffin delivers a substantial protein punch, ideal for post-workout recovery or a satisfying breakfast on-the-go.
- Blender Brilliance: Using a blender eliminates the need for multiple mixing bowls, creating a quick and easy preparation process with minimal cleanup.
- Customization Options: Swap chocolate chips with nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to personalize the muffins according to your taste preferences and nutritional needs.
- Nutrition Hack: Oats and protein powder create a gluten-friendly base, while pumpkin adds extra fiber, vitamins, and a rich, seasonal flavor profile.
- Temperature Tip: Allow muffins to cool completely before storing to prevent condensation and maintain their perfect texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg