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Pumpkin Protein Muffins
Delicious and nutritious pumpkin muffins packed with protein, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree ((250 g))
- ¾ cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt ((170 g))
- 2/3 cup maple syrup ((200 g / 240 mL))
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups oat flour ((180 g))
- ½ cup vanilla whey protein powder ((45 g))
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners.
- Mix pumpkin, yogurt, maple syrup, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients and whisk until fully incorporated.
- Divide batter into muffin cups and bake for 15-17 minutes.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.