Description
These vegan protein muffins are a delicious and healthy way to fuel your day. Packed with plant-based protein and wholesome ingredients, they are perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegan protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup non-dairy milk (almond, soy, or oat)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flaxseed meal + 6 tbsp water, let sit for 5 minutes)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup berries or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, non-dairy milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, flax eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If using, gently fold in the berries or chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, use a good quality vegan protein powder.
- You can customize these muffins by adding your favorite fruits, nuts, or seeds.
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These muffins also freeze well for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: Approximately 200-250 (will vary based on ingredients used)
- Sugar: 10-15g
- Sodium: 200-300mg
- Fat: 8-12g
- Saturated Fat: 3-5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5-7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25-35g
- Fiber: 3-5g
- Protein: 10-15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg