Description

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins are moist, flavorful muffins packed with the warm spices of pumpkin and the indulgence of chocolate chips. Enhanced with protein powder, they make a wholesome snack or breakfast option that fuels your day with nutrition and taste.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or oat flour
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
In another bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let muffins cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree for a different flavor.
Use dairy-free chocolate chips to keep muffins vegan-friendly.
Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
Mix in dried cranberries or raisins for extra sweetness and texture.
Replace maple syrup with coconut sugar or another sweetener of choice.
Store muffins in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat muffins in microwave for 15-20 seconds or warm in oven before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack, Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 9 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 45 mg