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Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins


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  • Author: sarah
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Delicious muffins that combine the warm flavors of cinnamon rolls with a protein-packed twist, perfect for snacks or breakfast.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. Combine the rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk the eggs, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and milk in a medium bowl until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Mix melted coconut oil or butter with brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then fold spoonfuls into the batter.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Great for meal prepping; they freeze well for up to 3 months.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 156
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg