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Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins Recipe
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Delicious and nutritious Apple Cinnamon Protein Muffins that combine wholesome oats, tender diced apples, and a hint of warming cinnamon, enhanced with vanilla whey protein powder for an extra protein boost. These muffins are perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, offering a moist texture with balanced sweetness and a comforting flavor profile.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ cup 2% or full-fat plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1½ cups quick cooking oats
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cane sugar
  • ⅔ cup Puori PW1 vanilla whey protein powder (60 g)
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt

Additional

  • 1 cup diced apple, cut to about ½-inch pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a standard muffin pan by misting it with cooking spray, lining it with muffin liners and spraying those, or using a silicone muffin pan.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, egg, and pure vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth and well incorporated.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the quick cooking oats, all-purpose flour, cane sugar, vanilla whey protein powder, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and fine salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
  4. Fold in Apples: Carefully fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
  6. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
  8. Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, refrigerate for up to 7 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months for longer preservation.

Notes

  • You can substitute the Puori PW1 vanilla whey protein powder with any high-quality vanilla whey protein powder you prefer.
  • For a dairy-free version, replace butter with coconut oil and use a dairy-free yogurt.
  • Diced apples can be substituted with pears or another firm fruit to vary flavors.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • Use muffin liners or silicone pans for easy removal and cleanup.

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