Delicious Chocolate Protein Muffins 9g Protein
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Whip up these delicious chocolate protein muffins. They’re packed with flavor and are a great post-workout treat or snack.
- Author: Lena Walker
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, gently fold in the 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 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
- Adjust the sweetener to your preference.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- You can substitute almond flour for all-purpose flour for a gluten-free option.
- Add a tablespoon of instant coffee to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg