Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pumpkin Protein Muffins that are not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout replenishment, these muffins feature the rich flavor of pumpkin spice combined with a protein boost from vanilla protein powder. Quick to prepare in just five minutes using a blender, they promise a moist and fluffy texture with each bite. Kids will love them too, making it easy to sneak in some healthy ingredients without sacrificing taste. Enjoy these muffins fresh out of the oven or store them for later—they’re versatile enough for any occasion!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice seasoning
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin (100% Pure Pumpkin)
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
- In a blender, combine gluten-free rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, pumpkin spice seasoning, canned pumpkin, eggs, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil. Blend until smooth.
- Stir in dark chocolate chips or any preferred mix-ins.
- Fill each muffin cup three-quarters full with the batter and top with extra chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg