Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins
These Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins are a healthy and delicious snack or breakfast, packed with protein and the perfect amount of sweetness from chocolate chips. Great for meal prep or post-workout fuel!
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup protein powder vanilla or chocolate flavor
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, honey, applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These muffins are perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or post-workout snack. Feel free to swap the chocolate chips for other mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit!