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Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins

Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with these Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins. These delightful treats are perfect for breakfast or as a satisfying snack that won’t derail your healthy eating goals. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, oat flour, and plant-based protein powder, they are moist, nutritious, and packed with protein. Sweetened subtly with maple syrup and enriched with chia seeds, these muffins are not only delicious but also versatile—feel free to customize them with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dairy-free chocolate chips. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that is ideal for meal prep or freezing for future enjoyment.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
  • 3/4 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 cup vanilla plant-based protein powder
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp stevia or preferred low-calorie sweetener
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened plant-based milk or water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In one bowl, mix together oat flour, protein powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, maple syrup, stevia (or preferred sweetener), and plant-based milk until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently using a spatula until just mixed; lumps are okay.
  5. Fill muffin tin about 3/4 full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg