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Cozy Protein Banana Muffins


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 31 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful and nourishing banana muffins packed with protein, perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup mashed banana (very ripe; about 2 large)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter (or melted unsalted butter)
  • â…“ cup maple syrup (or sugar plus 2 tablespoons milk)
  • 3 eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • â…“ cup protein powder (optional)
  • Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and coat a standard muffin pan with nonstick spray.
  2. Stir together the Greek yogurt, mashed banana, peanut butter, maple syrup, lightly beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into a separate bowl and mix well.
  4. Combine the yogurt mixture into the flour mixture, stirring until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared muffin pan, using about 1/4 cup for each muffin.
  6. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool for a minute in the pan, then carefully remove the muffins and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

These muffins are freezer-friendly and can be made ahead of time.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg