Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped nuts or raisins
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk of choice (almond, oat, or dairy)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix Dry Ingredients. In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, cinnamon, baking powder, and any mix-ins you like (nuts, raisins, etc.).
- Whisk the Wet Mix. In another bowl, whisk together honey or maple syrup, eggs, applesauce, vanilla, and milk until smooth.Combine & Stir Gently.
- Combine & Stir Gently. Pour the wet mixture into the dry bowl and stir just until combined. (Overmixing = dense muffins, so go easy here.)
- Fill the Muffin Cups. Spoon the batter evenly into your prepared muffin tin, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake to Perfection. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Your kitchen should smell like a cozy cinnamon bakery by now.
- Cool & Enjoy. Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Protein Tip: Use a good-quality vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based). Avoid collagen—it won’t bind the same way.
- Texture Fix: Don’t overmix! Stir just until the dry and wet ingredients come together for light, fluffy muffins.
- Moisture Hack: Applesauce keeps these muffins soft without adding oil. You can swap in mashed banana or yogurt if needed.
- Flavor Upgrade: Add a cinnamon-sugar swirl on top or a drizzle of glaze for true “cinnamon roll” vibes.
- Vegan-Friendly: Replace eggs with flax eggs and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for quick, grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Customization: Stir in chopped nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips to make them your own.
- Serving Idea: Warm slightly before eating for that fresh-from-the-oven feel — especially good with coffee!