Description
These Pumpkin Protein Muffins are a delicious and healthy treat that are both gluten free and dairy free They offer a moist and flavorful experience perfect for breakfast or a snack The combination of pumpkin and protein makes them satisfying and nourishing while keeping them light and easy to enjoy
Ingredients
From 1 1/2 cups gluten free rolled oats (I use Gluten Free Sprouted Rolled Oats by One Degree Organics)
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder, packed (50g)
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), not pie filling
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (for dairy free, I use Pascha Organic Dark Chocolate Chips 85% Cacao)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a muffin tin with oil or insert silicone muffin liners into a 12-cup muffin pan. Set aside.
Place all ingredients except the chocolate chips into a blender: rolled oats, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, pumpkin spice seasoning, pumpkin purée, eggs, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil. Blend on high speed until the oats have broken down, stopping to scrape the insides of the blender as needed. Once blended, stir in the chocolate chips or desired mix-ins.
Divide the batter evenly into the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Sprinkle with additional chocolate chips or toppings if desired. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Perfectly measure your protein powder to avoid dryness
Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy
Use room temperature ingredients for better texture
Let muffins cool completely before storing to maintain freshness
Avoid overbaking to prevent dryness
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350