Pumpkin Spice Protein Muffins

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oat flour (or whole wheat flour)
• 1/2 cup Lean Whey Iso-Hydro Pumpkin Spice
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) or vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, Lean Whey Pumpkin Spice Protein Powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, eggs, melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and almond milk until smooth.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Add Mix-Ins: If using, gently fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips.

6. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

8. Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Enjoy: These muffins are perfect for breakfast or a post-workout snack!

Tips:

• Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
• Customization: Feel free to add raisins, dried cranberries, or even a streusel topping for extra flavor and texture!

Approximate Macros per Muffin:

• Calories: ~130-150 kcal
• Protein: ~7-9g
• Carbohydrates: ~14-16g
  • Fiber: ~2g
  • Sugar: ~6-8g
• Fat: ~5-6g