Try this protein-packed chocolate muffin to keep you fueled and full.
Try this protein-packed chocolate muffin to keep you fueled and full. Make them with almond flour and your choice of protein powder.
Cocoa Protein Muffins
By:
Co+opRecipe Information
Total Time:
35 minutes; 10 minutes activeServings:
8Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 scoops protein powder, about ½ cup
- 3 tablespoons cocoa
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a muffin tin with 8 paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, protein powder, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Whisk to mix, crushing any lumps.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the pumpkin, maple syrup, canola oil and vanilla.
- Stir the egg mixture into the almond flour mixture until well mixed. Stir in walnuts or chocolate chips. Scoop ¼-cup portions into each muffin tin cup.
- Bake for 25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in a muffin comes out dry. Cool on a rack. Once completely cool, muffins can be stored in an air-tight container for up to four days. Keep them refrigerated to extend that shelf life.
Serving Suggestion
These muffins are perfect for busy mornings — just grab a coffee and a muffin and you’re ready for your day! Need a little more? Add a banana or cup of yogurt.Nutritional Information
200 calories, 11 g. fat, 45 mg. cholesterol, 250 mg. sodium, 19 g. carbohydrate, 1 g. fiber, 10 g. protein
