Description

These Apple Pie Protein Muffins combine the comforting flavors of traditional apple pie with a healthy, high-protein twist. Made with oat flour, vanilla protein powder, and fresh diced apples, these muffins are perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a satisfying snack. Moist, flavorful, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce, they provide a balanced boost of energy for your day.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup oat flour
1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 30g)
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

2 large eggs
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
¼ cup maple syrup
¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

1 cup finely diced apple (peeled)
Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until you achieve a smooth and consistent mixture.
Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
Add Apples and Nuts: Fold in the finely diced peeled apples and, if desired, the chopped walnuts or pecans to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
Portion Batter: Divide the batter evenly among 10 to 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center of a muffin; it should come out clean.
Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and preserves texture.

Notes

For enhanced apple flavor and a slight caramelized note, gently sauté the diced apples in a small amount of coconut oil with cinnamon before folding them into the batter.
Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
These muffins freeze well; freeze leftover muffins individually wrapped and thaw as needed for a quick, healthy snack.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American