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Healthy Banana Bread Protein Muffins

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously nutritious banana bread protein muffins that are perfect for breakfast or snacks, made with wholesome ingredients like overripe bananas and protein powder.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed overripe bananas (about 2–3 medium bananas)
  • 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
  • 1 cup oats (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 2 large eggs (or flax eggs)
  • 1 tbsp baking powder (ensure it’s fresh)
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 0.25 cup nut butter (optional)
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup nuts (like walnuts or pecans)
  • 1 tsp spices (cinnamon or nutmeg)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your muffin tin.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the protein powder, oats, eggs, baking powder, and salt to the mashed bananas, mixing well.
  4. Pour in the milk and stir until combined.
  5. Fold in nut butter, chocolate chips, nuts, and spices if desired.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin tins, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To enhance flavor, consider adding vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg. Experiment with different mix-ins like dried fruit or coconut flakes.