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Protein Apple Muffins

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 180
Delicious and healthy muffins packed with apples, protein, and warm spices, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Diced and grated apples

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (plus ¼ tsp nutmeg optional)
  • ½ cup sugar (plus 1 tablespoon for marinading apples)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup peanut butter (100% peanuts, no added sugar or oils)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line muffin pan with liners. Dice 1 apple, toss with 1 tsp cinnamon and 1 tbsp sugar, set aside.
  • Whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, ½ cup sugar, and vanilla. Grate in 2 apples and mix.
  • Add flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Gently fold until just combined.
  • Stir in diced, marinated apples. Divide batter into muffin cups. Optional: sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
  • Bake for 22–25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

Using fresh apples and natural peanut butter enhances flavor and nutrition.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Breakfast
Keyword: apple, Muffins, Protein