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One-Bowl Banana Protein Muffins for a High Protein Breakfast

Three golden-brown banana protein muffins stacked on a white plate against a wooden background.
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Make these simple, macro friendly muffins using bananas and Greek yogurt for a quick, high protein breakfast or post workout snack. This one bowl recipe is freezer friendly.

Ingredients

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

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, combine the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, melted oil, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined. This is your one bowl base.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until you have just combined the batter. Do not overmix; a few streaks of flour are fine.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Fill each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For easy freezer protein muffins, cool the baked muffins completely. Place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. They keep well for up to three months. Thaw overnight on the counter or microwave for 30 seconds.
  • If you prefer a stronger banana flavor, use slightly overripe bananas.
  • You can substitute whey protein with an equal amount of your preferred plant-based protein powder, though texture may change slightly.

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