Delicious and nutritious banana protein muffins that are perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. These muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with protein to keep you energized.
3 ripe bananas, mashed
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, unsweetened applesauce, honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, vanilla whey protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold together until just combined.
Stir in the Greek yogurt and milk until the batter is smooth but do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.