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Protein Banana Muffins

Deliciously moist and packed with flavor, these muffins are the perfect blend of taste and nutrition. Quick to make, whip them up in under 30 minutes for a healthy snack or breakfast option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2-3 medium ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt can substitute with applesauce if needed
  • 2 large eggs helps bind the ingredients together
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup adjust based on banana ripeness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it’s fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon feel free to sprinkle some nutmeg for an extra kick
  • 1 cup rolled oats blend to a flour consistency for smoother batter
For Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts walnuts or pecans provide crunch
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips dark chocolate is a great choice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Combine the mashed bananas with 1 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Add 2 eggs to the mixture, beating them in one at a time.
  5. Whisk together 1 cup of whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup of protein powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently.
  7. Spoon the batter into a lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  9. Cool the muffins in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Top with chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor!

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