Enjoy these delicious chocolate protein muffins, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. They use cocoa powder and protein powder for a satisfying chocolate flavor.
Author:Alex Rwanda
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:12 muffins
Category:Baking
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 scoop (about 30g) chocolate protein powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a deeper chocolate flavor, you can use dark cocoa powder.
Adjust the sugar to your preference; you can reduce it slightly if your protein powder is sweetened.
If you don’t have milk, you can use a dairy-free alternative like almond milk or soy milk.
Feel free to add nuts or berries to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 muffin
Calories:Approximately 250-300 (will vary based on ingredients)