Homemade Blueberry Protein Muffins Recipe
These homemade blueberry protein muffins combine fresh blueberries, Greek yogurt, and protein powder to create a nutritious and delicious snack that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Moist and fluffy with a subtle sweetness, these muffins provide a great source of protein and antioxidants while being easy to make.
- Author: Nethan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 regular-sized muffins 1x
- Category: Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3/4 cup thick Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla-flavored protein powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
Fresh Produce
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 360°F (180°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking of the muffins.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, honey, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and olive oil until you have a smooth, homogenous mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the plain flour, protein powder, baking powder, and baking soda to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
- Fold in Blueberries: Using a spatula or spoon, gently fold in the fresh blueberries, ensuring they remain intact for the best texture and appearance.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into a lined muffin pan, filling each cup to make 12 regular-sized muffins.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the center of the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool Muffins: Remove the pan from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack or serving plate to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; overmixing can lead to dense muffins.
- Gently fold the blueberries to prevent them from bursting and turning the batter purple and mushy.
- You can substitute olive oil with melted coconut oil or a neutral vegetable oil if preferred.
- Ensure your blueberries are fresh and dry to prevent extra moisture in the batter.
- For gluten-free muffins, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of plain flour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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