Healthy Pumpkin Protein Muffins

These High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins are soft, moist, and packed with warm fall spices. Made with pumpkin puree, protein-rich ingredients, and naturally

Equipment

• Mixing bowls — Makes combining wet and dry ingredients easy.
• Muffin pan — Creates evenly sized muffins.
• Whisk — Helps produce a smooth batter.
• Measuring cups and spoons — Ensures accurate ingredient amounts.
• Cooling rack — Prevents soggy muffin bottoms.

Ingredients

For the Muffins

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup oat flour
• ½ cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ⅓ cup maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener

Optional Protein Frosting

• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) .
2. Lightly grease or line a 12-cup muffin pan.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

1. In a bowl combine: Pumpkin puree
2. Eggs
3. Greek yogurt
4. Vanilla
5. Sweetener

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl whisk together: Oat flour
2. Protein powder
3. Baking powder
4. Baking soda
5. Pumpkin spice
6. Cinnamon
7. Salt

4. Make Batter

1. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
2. Stir until just combined.

5. Fill Muffin Pan

1. Fill muffin cups about ¾ full .

6. Bake

1. Bake for 18–22 minutes .
2. Muffins are done when a toothpick comes out mostly clean.

7. Cool and Frost

1. Cool completely before adding frosting.

Texture & Visual Cues

1. Tops should appear lightly golden.
2. Centers should feel springy when touched.
3. Muffins should remain moist and tender.

Notes

Store in airtight containers for freshness. Freeze without frosting for best results. Contains dairy and eggs. Add chopped pecans or walnuts for texture. Increase cinnamon for a stronger spice flavor. Great served warm with coffee or tea.

Nutrition

Calories: 145 · Protein: 11g · Fat: s 4g Cholesterol 35mg · Carbohydrates: 15g · Fiber: 3g · Sugar: 6g · Sodium: 180mg