Delicious Banana Protein Muffins | Healthy & Low-Calorie

When it comes to combining deliciousness with health, these Banana Protein Muffins take the spotlight. With only 98 calories per muffin, they’re a guilt-free option whether you’re grabbing breakfast on the go or looking for a post-workout snack. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the satisfying richness of protein powder, these muffins bring together taste and nutrition like never before. Even better, they’re simple to whip up—whether for breakfast, an afternoon pick-me-up, or even a light dessert!

The Best Banana Protein Muffins

Why settle for store-bought muffins when you can easily make your own at home? These Banana Protein Muffins not only save you calories but give you a protein boost that helps power your day. Moist, flavorful, and incredibly versatile—these muffins are about to become your new favorite snack.

Notes on Ingredients:

• Old Fashioned Oats: Adds heartiness and texture while keeping the recipe healthy.
• Protein Powder: Chocolate-flavored protein powder gives a rich, dessert-like taste, but you can experiment with vanilla or unflavored for a more neutral profile.
• Whole Wheat Pastry Flour: A lighter, more tender option for the flour that still packs whole grain benefits.
• Bananas: Make sure they’re ripe! The natural sweetness of ripe bananas reduces the need for extra sugar while adding moisture.
• Nonfat Milk: Keeps the muffins light while providing necessary liquid for the batter.
• Sugar or Substitute: Customize sweetness to your liking with your favorite sugar or alternative sweetener. Adjust based on the conversion instructions of your choice.

How to Make Banana Protein Muffins:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line muffin tins with papers—around 14 muffins in total.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together all dry ingredients—oats, protein powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the bananas and stir in the vanilla and milk.
4. Slowly combine the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until well incorporated.
5. Add in the sugar or substitute and give the batter one final, thorough mix.
6. Fill each muffin liner about 3/4 full. These muffins won’t rise much, so it’s okay to fill them higher than standard cupcakes.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Keep an eye on them around the 18-minute mark; they should spring back when gently pressed in the center.
8. Let the muffins cool completely before removing from the paper liners.

How to Serve Banana Protein Muffins:

Enjoy these muffins on their own, or pair them with your morning coffee or tea. They’re also great alongside a smoothie for a complete breakfast. For a little extra indulgence, spread a thin layer of nut butter on top or sprinkle with some crushed nuts for added crunch.

How to Store Banana Protein Muffins:

Store your muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To keep them longer, store them in the fridge for up to a week. For meal prep or batch baking, these muffins freeze beautifully! Just pop them into a freezer-safe bag and they’ll last up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the fridge or warm them up in the microwave.

FAQs About Banana Protein Muffins

The Best Banana Protein Muffins

These Banana Protein Muffins are the perfect combination of healthy and delicious. Packed with ripe bananas, protein powder, and oats, each muffin is only 98 calories—ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a light dessert. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these muffins offer a burst of natural sweetness and a boost of protein to fuel your day.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 14 Muffins

Calories 98 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 Cup Old Fashioned Oats
• 3/4 Cup Protein Powder I used chocolate flavored because that’s what we had on hand, and it was great!
• 1/4 Cup Whole Wheat Pastry Flour
• 1 Tbsp Baking Powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 2 Medium/Large Ripe Bananas – Mashed
• 2 tsp Vanilla
• 1/2 Cup + 2 Tbsp Nonfat Milk
• 1/2 Cup Sugar or your desired sugar substitute – just check the label for conversion instructions

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350° and line muffin tins with enough papers for about 14 muffins (I know, kind of a funny amount).
• In a medium bowl, mix together the dry ingredients (oats, protein powder, flour, baking powder, and salt).
• In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients (bananas, vanilla, and milk).
• Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mix, then add sugar, and mix it all really well.
• Fill your muffin cups about 3/4 full. These muffins will rise a little, but not a ton, so don’t be scared to make them more full than you would standard cupcakes or something.
• Bake for 15 – 20 minutes. Mine took about 18.
• Allow these to cool all the way before trying to remove the paper cups and eat them.

Keyword Banana, High-Protein, Low-Calorie, Protein