Healthy and Easy Protein Blueberry Muffins
These easy and protein packed healthier blueberry lemon muffins are made with wholesome ingredients and only take about 35 minutes to make from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 2/3 C. All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 C. Wheat Flour
- 1/2 C. Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Baking soda
- 1 tsp. Baking powder
- 1/3 C. Honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 C. Oil (such as avocado, canola or vegetable oil)
- 1/4 C. Applesauce (unsweetened)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 C. Milk
- 3/4 C. Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp. Vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp. Lemon Zest
- 3 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
- 1 C. Blueberries (Fresh or Frozen (see note if using frozen))
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 415 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, combine the flours, protein powder, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Whisk together and set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the honey, Greek yogurt, applesauce, oil, eggs, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice and vanilla extract together. Whisk or beat until fully combined.
- Add the dry ingredients into the wet. Mix until just combined. Add in the blueberries and fold into the batter. Let the batter rest for 15 minutes. While the batter is resting, line a muffin tin with muffin liners to make 12 muffins.
- Divide the batter into the 12 muffin tins evenly. Bake at 415 degrees F. for 5 minutes. Then reduce the heat to 375 for an additional 10-13 minutes or until the batter is fully set and toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the muffin. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
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Notes
If you are using frozen blueberries, do not defrost. Toss the frozen blueberries in about 1/2 tablespoon of flour and then fold into the batter.
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffinCalories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 227mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 71IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 2mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.