Are you tired of choosing between tasty treats and healthy eating? Prepare to have your mind blown by these incredible Banana Bread Protein Muffins that prove you can have your cake (or muffin) and eat it too! Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with banana-cinnamon flavor, these muffins are the ultimate breakfast hack for fitness enthusiasts, busy professionals, and anyone craving a delectable morning boost that actually supports their health goals.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth and creamy using a fork or potato masher.
- Add the eggs and honey to the mashed bananas, whisking thoroughly until well combined and slightly frothy.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: oats, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Stir until evenly distributed.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- If using, fold in the chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter equally among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Tips
- Choose very ripe bananas for maximum natural sweetness and moisture
- Use a light hand when mixing to keep muffins tender - overmixing can make them tough
- For extra protein, consider adding a sprinkle of chia or hemp seeds
- Experiment with different protein powder flavors like vanilla or chocolate
- Allow muffins to cool completely to set their structure and prevent crumbling
- For meal prep, these muffins freeze beautifully for up to 1 month
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter incorporation
- Don't skip the optional walnuts - they add incredible texture and healthy fats
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 35mg
