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Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins

Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins


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  • Author: Cara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x

Description

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins. Perfectly moist and packed with protein, these delicious muffins make a healthy treat for breakfast or a guilt-free snack.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
  • 3/4 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 cup vanilla plant-based protein powder
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp stevia or preferred low-calorie sweetener
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened plant-based milk or water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it well.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, low-calorie sweetener, and plant-based milk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow muffins to cool for about 10 minutes before enjoying.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg