Banana Protein Muffins

Description

These Banana Protein Muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with nutrition. Made with bananas, almond butter, eggs, and vanilla protein powder, they're the perfect snack for a quick energy boost, especially after a workout.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
  
  
  

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond butter, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
3. Add the protein powder, baking soda, and salt to the banana mixture and stir until just combined.
4. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
6. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
   
   
   

Nutritional Information

Per Serving (1 muffin):

• 180 calories
• 10g protein
• 20g carbohydrates
• 8g fat
• 70mg cholesterol
• 150mg sodium

Health Benefits

Banana Protein Muffins are a healthy snack option, providing a good balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. The protein and healthy fats help with muscle recovery and provide sustained energy, while bananas add potassium and fiber to support heart health and digestion.