Protein Muffins

Mar 3, 2021 · by Furqan Agwan · Dessert · 🥕 Vegetarian · 3 min read

Nutrition (per muffin)

  • Calories: 145
  • Protein: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fat: 4g

Nutrition is for plain muffins. Adjust values if you add fruit, chocolate, etc.

Ingredients

  • 60g vanilla or unflavored whey protein
  • 120g plain flour
    Substitute: Oat flour for gluten-free
  • 100g non-fat Greek yogurt
    Substitute: Skyr or plain quark
  • 60ml semi-skimmed milk
    Substitute: Any plant milk
  • 60g light brown sugar or coconut sugar
    Substitute: Sweetener blend (adjust to taste)
  • 1 medium egg
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • Optional add-ins: 60g blueberries, chocolate chips, nuts, or diced apple

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Line or spray a muffin tin (8 wells).
  2. Wet mix: Whisk yogurt, milk, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Dry mix: Fold in protein powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
  4. Add-ins: Gently fold in any extras (fruit, chocolate, etc.).
  5. Bake: Divide batter into muffin tin. Bake 16–20 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool on a rack. Enjoy warm or room temp.

Serving Ideas

  • Try with nut butter, Greek yogurt, or fruit compote
  • Store in an airtight container up to 3 days