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In recent years, the trend of healthy baking has surged in popularity, driven by a growing awareness of the benefits of nutritious ingredients and a desire to maintain a balanced lifestyle without sacrificing flavor. Home bakers and health enthusiasts alike are on the lookout for ways to create delicious treats that also nourish the body. Enter the wholesome pumpkin protein muffin—an ideal solution that combines the comforting flavors of fall with a nutritional punch.

Healthy Pumpkin Protein Muffins

Discover the deliciousness of wholesome pumpkin protein muffins! Perfect for healthy baking enthusiasts, these moist treats are packed with nutritional benefits, combining pumpkin's rich vitamins and antioxidants with protein for a satisfying snack. With natural sweeteners and spices, they're ideal for breakfast, post-workout, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Easy to make and customizable, these muffins will become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy the comforting flavors of fall year-round!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup canned pumpkin puree

1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)

1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions
 

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

    Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until smooth and well-blended.

      Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.

        Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.

          Add Nuts and Chocolate: If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and dark chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

            Fill Muffin Tin: Use a spoon or ice cream scoop to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

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

                Cool: Once baked, let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Serve: Enjoy these delicious and nutritious muffins warm or store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature.

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 30 min | 12 muffins