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Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins

Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins

Delicious and healthy protein-packed muffins with a delightful cinnamon swirl. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups Almond Flour (190g)
  • 0.5 cups Protein Powder (vanilla or unflavored) (50g)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar (50g) or sweetener of choice
  • 0.25 cups Unsweetened Applesauce (60ml)
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Milk (any kind)
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 0.25 cups Melted Coconut Oil (60ml)
Cinnamon Swirl Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Softened Butter (15g)
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (25g) or sweetener of choice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Muffin Tin
  • Whisk
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, brown sugar, and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Mix until well combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Dollop a teaspoon or two of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top of each muffin. Swirl gently with a toothpick or knife for a marbled effect.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a sweeter muffin, increase the amount of sugar. You can also experiment with different types of protein powder and sweeteners. Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.