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One-Bowl Banana Protein Muffins with Greek Yogurt

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Make these simple, high-protein banana muffins using just one bowl. They are perfect for a quick breakfast or a post-workout snack and freeze well.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups whole wheat or all-purpose flour
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder (about 30g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth.
  3. Add the Greek yogurt, melted oil, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until just combined. This is your wet mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are fine.
  6. Fold in any optional nuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For easy freezer storage, let the muffins cool completely. Place them in a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper. They keep well for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, microwave a frozen muffin for 30 to 45 seconds.
  • If you need a lower-sugar option, reduce the maple syrup to 2 tablespoons and add 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce to the wet ingredients.

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