Description
Delicious and nutritious Protein Banana Muffins made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and protein powder, perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole-milk plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup mashed banana (very ripe; about 2 large bananas)
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (or melted unsalted butter)
- â…“ cup maple syrup (or sugar plus 2 tablespoons milk)
- 3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- â…“ cup protein powder (optional)
- Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a standard muffin pan with nonstick spray.
- Stir together the Greek yogurt, mashed bananas, peanut butter, maple syrup, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
- Incorporate the yogurt mixture into the flour mixture until no dry flour remains. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin pan, using about ¼ cup in each compartment.
- Bake for 14-16 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown and a cake tester comes out clean.
- Cool for a minute or two, then remove muffins from the pan and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For best results, use very ripe bananas and mix ingredients at room temperature. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.