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Banana Nut Protein Muffins

Best Banana Nut Protein Muffins for a Healthy Energy Boost

Delicious Banana Nut Protein Muffins packed with protein and natural sweetness for a wholesome snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 3 pieces Ripe Bananas Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moist texture.
  • 2 scoops Protein Powder Choose your favorite vanilla or unflavored protein powder.
  • 1.25 cups Whole Wheat Flour Adds fiber; can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free.
  • 0.75 cups Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans.
  • 0.5 cups Honey or Maple Syrup Natural sweetener.
  • 2 pieces Eggs Bind ingredients together.
  • 0.5 cups Greek Yogurt Keeps muffins moist.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensures muffins rise nicely.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups Dark Chocolate Chips For added sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds Boosts fiber content.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. Mash three overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add two large eggs, half cup Greek yogurt, three tablespoons honey (or maple syrup), and one teaspoon vanilla extract; whisk until silky.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine one and a quarter cups whole wheat flour, two scoops protein powder, one tablespoon baking powder, and half teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Fold the dry mix into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Stir in three-quarters cup chopped walnuts (or pecans) to the batter.
  7. Divide batter among 12 cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Top warm muffins with honey and extra nut pieces if desired.

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