Description
Whip up these 5-ingredient protein-packed banana muffins for a quick breakfast or snack. They are simple, flourless, and naturally sweetened, perfect for busy weekdays.
Ingredients
- 2 large very ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup creamy almond butter or peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Optional Flavor Boost)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Optional Flavor Boost)
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (Optional Flavor Boost)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 10-cup muffin tin with liners or grease each cup well.
- In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth with small lumps left.
- Whisk in the eggs and almond or peanut butter until the mixture is creamy and fully combined.
- Sprinkle the protein powder and baking powder over the wet mixture. Add cinnamon and vanilla if you are using them, then stir until just smooth; avoid dry pockets.
- If you are using chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, gently fold them into the batter evenly.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Smooth the tops lightly.
- Bake the muffins for 14 to 18 minutes. The tops should be lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness and moisture.
- Pack the protein powder gently with a spoon and level it off for proper rising.
- Do not overbake; remove muffins when the tops spring back lightly when pressed.
- Let the muffins cool fully before storing to prevent soggy edges from trapped steam.
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 5 days in a sealed container.
- Freeze for up to 2 months after freezing them individually on a tray until firm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 to 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American