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Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins

Delicious and healthy protein muffins that bring the delightful flavor of cinnamon rolls to your breakfast or snack time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup protein powder
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Topping
  • sweet glaze for topping Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, protein powder, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, applesauce, egg, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Divide the batter among the muffin cups.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let cool slightly, then drizzle with sweet glaze before serving.

Notes

These muffins are best enjoyed warm. You can store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature, or up to a week in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months.