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Three freshly baked banana protein muffins with a golden-brown, textured top sitting on a white plate near a window.

One-Bowl Banana Protein Muffins


  • Author: Lina Kohn
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Simple, single-serve muffins made with banana and Greek yogurt for a high-protein, low-sugar breakfast or snack.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup oat flour
  • 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey or casein)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (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 thoroughly.
  3. Add the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
  6. Fold in the chopped nuts, if using.
  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 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.
  • To reheat from frozen, microwave for 30 to 60 seconds.
  • You can substitute almond flour for oat flour for a slightly different texture, adjusting liquid slightly if needed.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 110
  • Fat: 3
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 25