Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins
These fall-inspired Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins are the perfect healthy snack or breakfast option, made with fresh apple chunks, whole grains, fragrant cinnamon, and plenty of protein. Make this easy recipe in less than 30 minutes!
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 151kcal
Cost: $4.56 or $0.38/muffin
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups whole wheat pastry flour
- ½ cup protein powder plain or vanilla
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped apples
- 2 tbsp old fashioned rolled oats (optional for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350° and line a 12-count muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, protein powder, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, plain Greek yogurt, applesauce, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until no clumps of yogurt remain.
- Add the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped apples.
- Divide the batter evenly between 12 muffins. Sprinkle rolled oats evenly onto each muffin, then bake for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool, then serve!
Notes
Storage Directions
- Storage: Allow the muffins to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container lined with a paper towel to absorb any moisture, and store them at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigeration: Store cooled muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Wrap individually muffins tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place them in an airtight freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm refrigerated muffins in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in the oven at 300ºF for 5-7 minutes to refresh the texture. Thaw frozen muffins overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 276mg | Fiber: 3g
