Boost your protein intake with our delicious Pumpkin Protein Muffins! Packed with nutrients and bursting with fall flavors, these muffins are the perfect healthy treat for breakfast or a snack. Click here to discover the easy recipe!

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High Protein Pumpkin Muffins

It’s that time of year when the leaves are changing, the air is crisp, and all things pumpkin are in full swing. There’s no better way to celebrate this fall season than with a batch of healthy pumpkin protein muffins.

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These muffins are not just delicious with their rich, delicious pumpkin flavor, but they’re also packed with extra protein, making them a great way to start your day or enjoy as an afternoon snack.

Gather Your Ingredients

To start, you’ll need to gather your ingredients. This protein muffin recipe includes some of your usual suspects, such as purpose flour (you can choose between whole wheat flour, oat flour, or almond flour depending on your preference), brown sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier option, and of course, pumpkin pie filling.

You’ll also need some additional ingredients to boost the protein content and enhance the flavor. These include vanilla protein powder (whey protein powder, vegan protein powder, or plant-based protein powder are all great options), Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, creamy nut butter (think almond butter or peanut butter), and egg whites.

For a touch of sweetness, we’ll use maple syrup and dark chocolate chips. And let’s not forget our spices – a tsp of pumpkin pie spice to give our muffins that classic fall flavor.

• 2 cups flour (whole wheat, oat, or almond)
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup pumpkin purée
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• Non-stick cooking spray

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Let’s Get Baking!

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray or muffin liners. In a large mixing bowl, combine all your dry ingredients: your choice of flour, protein powder, and spices. In a separate medium bowl, mix together your wet ingredients: Greek yogurt, 1 cup pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and eggs.

Slowly incorporate your wet ingredients into the dry, stirring until just combined. Be mindful not to overmix – we want these muffins to be light and moist! Fold in your dark chocolate chips last.

Using a scoop, fill your muffin cups with the batter. If you’re using a muffin tin, make sure it’s well greased with non-stick spray or lined with muffin liners. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Allow your muffins to cool to room temperature before transferring them to an airtight container. You can store them at room temperature for a few days, or wrap them in plastic wrap and freeze for later.

Enjoy Your High Protein Pumpkin Muffins

There you have it – a simple, easy recipe for healthy pumpkin protein muffins. Each muffin packs a good amount of protein (about 8 g protein per serving), making them a perfect choice for those looking to increase their protein intake. Plus, they’re low carb and have no added sugar, making them a guilt-free option for any health-conscious individuals.

These muffins are not just a healthy breakfast option, but also a delightful afternoon snack. Warm it up a bit, spread some cream cheese on top, and voila – you’ve got yourself a treat that tastes like a copycat Starbucks pumpkin muffin, but way healthier!

So, what are you waiting for? Dive into your kitchen, open up that can of pumpkin purée, and let’s get baking. Trust me, there’s no better way to enjoy the fall season than with these moist muffins bursting with pumpkin spice flavor.

Enjoy these healthy, high-protein pumpkin muffins!

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