Cinnamon Apple Protein Muffins

November 8, 2024
 

These cinnamon apple breakfast muffins are a nutritious choice, high in fiber from whole wheat flour, oats, and apples, supporting digestion and fullness. With Greek yogurt and eggs, they offer higher protein than typical muffins, providing lasting energy and satiety. Perfect for a balanced and metabolism-boosting breakfast or snack!

Makes: 12 muffins

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium apples, grated
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup oil (vegetable, canola, or olive oil)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 & ¼ cups whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup oats

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin tray with muffin liners.
  2. Combine all wet ingredients (grated apple, yogurt, vanilla, eggs, & oil) in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine all dry ingredients (cinnamon, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, whole wheat flour, & oats).
  4. Add half the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and fold into the wet ingredients until mostly combined, then fold in the second half making sure to not to overmix.
  5. Fill each muffin liner about ¾ of the way full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool and enjoy!

Nutrition per serving [1 muffin (1/12 of batter)]:

Calories: 152 kcal, Carbohydrates: 18.1g, Dietary Fiber: 2.7g, Total Fat: 5.9g, Protein: 4.1g

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