Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins. Moist and satisfying, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or a guilt-free snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree and chia seeds, they offer a nutritious boost while keeping calories low. The hint of maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness, making them a seasonal favorite that you can enjoy any time of the day. Bake a batch today and treat yourself to this energizing delight!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
- 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
- In a medium bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, low-calorie sweetener, and plant-based milk until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; gently fold together until just combined.
- Spoon batter into muffin tin cups about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg