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Easy Banana Protein Muffins with Chocolate Chips

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Quick and easy protein-packed banana muffins with melty chocolate chips, perfect for busy mornings and on-the-go breakfasts.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup (45 g) vanilla whey or plant-based protein powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/3 cup (60 g) mini chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, mash bananas until smooth but slightly chunky. Add eggs, almond milk, honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Fold in mini chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
  6. Divide batter evenly among 12 muffin cups, about 3 tablespoons (45 ml) each.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins. Use ripe or overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. Baking powder must be fresh for good rise. If bananas are not ripe, soften them in the oven at 300°F for 10 minutes. Muffins stay moist best when not overbaked. Can substitute eggs with flax eggs for vegan version and use plant-based protein powder. Omit honey/maple syrup for lower sugar and rely on banana sweetness.

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