Description
Delicious and healthy Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins that combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon roll with a protein-packed boost, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Optional: chopped nuts or raisins
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and any optional mix-ins such as chopped nuts or raisins.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey or maple syrup, eggs, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and milk until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Evenly divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the muffin tops turn golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they firm up properly.
Notes
- You can substitute the milk with any plant-based milk to make these muffins dairy-free.
- For added texture and flavor, try adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey to keep the muffins vegan-friendly.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These muffins can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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