Simple, one-bowl banana protein muffins using Greek yogurt for a high-protein, low-sugar breakfast or snack.
Author:Amelia Carmichael
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:20 min
Total Time:30 min
Yield:12 muffins
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 large ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 large egg
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly.
Add the Greek yogurt, oil, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until just combined.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For freezer storage, cool the muffins completely. Place them in a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper. They keep well for up to 3 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or microwave a frozen muffin for 30 to 60 seconds for a quick snack.
You can substitute half the flour with oat flour for added fiber.