Description
These muffins boast a delightful pumpkin flavor and are packed with protein from Greek yogurt and protein powder, making them a guilt-free snack or breakfast option.
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1⁄2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1⁄2 cup egg whites
- 1⁄2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1⁄4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1⁄4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1⁄2 teaspoon allspice
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, egg whites, almond milk, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
5. If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips.
6. Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
The protein powder boosts the protein content, making these muffins a satisfying snack or breakfast option.
Swap almond milk with any other milk of your choice if needed.
Experiment with different spices or flavorings to suit your taste preferences.
Adding nuts or chocolate chips can increase the calorie content slightly, so adjust based on your dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 120