Description
Delight in these wholesome Apple Pie Protein Muffins, combining the comforting flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples with a protein-packed twist. Perfect as a nutritious breakfast or a satisfying snack, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and naturally sweetened with applesauce and maple syrup. Made with oat flour and Greek yogurt, they offer a balanced blend of fiber, protein, and essential nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour (or blended oats)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with muffin liners or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and thoroughly mixed for a uniform batter texture.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the muffins. Then fold in the finely diced apple pieces to distribute fruit evenly.
- Fill Muffin Cups and Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature as a healthy snack or breakfast option.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, ensure that the oat flour and protein powder used are certified gluten-free.
- You can substitute the vanilla protein powder with unflavored or another preferred flavor to adjust taste.
- Maple syrup or honey can be substituted or adjusted to taste for sweetness.
- Finely dicing the apple helps incorporate moisture and texture uniformly throughout the muffins.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- To make these muffins vegan, consider using flax eggs and plant-based yogurt, though texture and protein content may vary.
