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Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins: Healthy & Delicious Recipe

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4.6 from 79 reviews
  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins are a healthy and delicious twist on the classic cinnamon roll flavor, packed with protein and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack, these muffins combine rolled oats, protein powder, Greek yogurt, and warming cinnamon swirls for a satisfying treat that supports your fitness goals without sacrificing taste.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 scoop protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Optional Add-ins

  • Chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare muffin tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Mix thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, Greek yogurt, maple syrup (or honey), and unsweetened almond milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender. If using nuts, fold them in now.
  5. Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full for proper rising.
  6. Create cinnamon swirl: In a small bowl, mix together maple syrup (or honey) and cinnamon. Drizzle this mixture over the batter in each muffin cup, then use a toothpick to swirl it gently through the batter for a cinnamon roll effect.
  7. Bake muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  8. Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can substitute protein powder with any flavor of your choice, such as vanilla or unflavored.
  • For a dairy-free option, replace Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
  • Adding chopped nuts gives a nice crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to one week.
  • These muffins can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon roll muffins, protein muffins, healthy muffins, breakfast muffins, cinnamon swirl, Greek yogurt muffins, low fat muffins

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