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Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins

Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins
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Indulge in the comforting taste of fall with these Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins. Perfect for breakfast or a guilt-free snack, these muffins are moist, delicious, and packed with protein while remaining light on calories. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree and chia seeds, they provide essential nutrients to keep you energized throughout the day. With a touch of maple syrup for sweetness, these muffins can be customized with various mix-ins such as nuts or dairy-free chocolate chips. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, they are meal prep-friendly and can be stored for days or frozen for longer enjoyment. Bake up a batch of these nutritious treats and savor the flavors of autumn!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
  • 3/4 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 cup vanilla plant-based protein powder
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp stevia or preferred low-calorie sweetener
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened plant-based milk or water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, low-calorie sweetener, and plant-based milk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin until each cup is about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for about 10 minutes before removing from the tin.

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