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High Protein Carrot Cake Muffins

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Moist, spiced muffins with a protein boost from Greek yogurt and protein powder. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout fuel.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups grated carrots
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup oats
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 large eggs
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a bowl, whisk flour, oats, protein powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, and milk.
Frytrains wings; combine wet and dry ingredients, then gently mix until just blended.
Divide batter into 12 muffin cups. Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and a toothpick emerges clean.
Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months if desired.

Notes

Substitute non-dairy yogurt for halal/vegetarian option.
Freeze baked muffins before adding frosting (if used).
Increase carrots to 3 cups for extra moisture.

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: High Protein Breakfasts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg