Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins: The Best High Protein Snack Recipe
A delicious recipe for gluten-free pumpkin muffins that are packed with protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, eggs, honey, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill the muffin liners about 3/4 full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before removing from the tin.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts.
- Make sure to store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins, High Protein, Healthy Snacks