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Healthy, high-protein and high-fiber vegan maple protein muffins! Only 95 calories per muffin, they are also gluten-free and oil-free.
These fiber- and protein-packed breakfast/snack bites are an antidote.
On Sunday, I made a pan of vegan graham cracker toffee to share at an event.
But…there was a lot left over.
It’s hard to be alone with a lot of toffee.
So I bagged it up (after nibbling scarfing plenty) and set to making some healthy snacks for the week (so that I would not succumb to toffee urges at 11 pm. Or 8 am. Or 2 pm.). These-Maple Fiber & Protein Muffins are ideal for any of the aforementioned time periods, and all of the moments in between.
Recipe Benefits
- vegan (no eggs, no dairy)
- gluten-free
- oil-free
- high in fiber
- high in protein
- fast & easy to make
Ingredients
The exact amounts of each ingredient are indicated in the recipe card at the end of the post. Toggle between US Customary (volume) and Metric (weights) for preferred measurement option.
- ground flaxseed meal
- vanilla vegan protein powder
- coconut flour
- pumpkin pie spice or ground cinnamon
- baking powder (certified gluten-free, as needed)
- salt
- unsweetened applesauce
- nondairy milk
- pure maple syrup
- vanilla extract
What I’ve done with these muffins is combine both fiber (flax and coconut flour) and protein (plant-based), creating a moist, yet sturdy snack (i.e., you can shove into purse/gym bag/pocket (perhaps not skinny jean pockets) until ready to eat).
Which Plant Based Protein Powder Should I Use?
Pick a protein powder that uses high quality ingredients and a balanced amino profile. For example, the protein may be derived from such brown rice, legumes (such as peas, and beans), quinoa, and cranberry.
Fro there, it is a mater of taste. If you like the taste, you will be more likely to use the plant-based protein powder on a regular basis.
Optional Add-Ins
The maple flavor plays well with all kinds of add-ins, too. The pics shown here have cacao nibs, but dark chocolate, dried fruit, and either nuts or seeds are equally grand options.
Step by Step Instructions
Note that the complete directions are also in the recipe card below.
- Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
- Grease, spray or line six cups of a standard size muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flaxseed meal, protein powder, coconut flour, spices, baking powder and salt.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, maple syrup and vanilla.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until blended. Stir in chocolate or fruit, if using.
- Divide batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden at edges and firm to the touch at the centers.Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15 minutes in tin.
- Remove from the muffin tin and serve warm or cool completely
Happy eating!
FAQ
- How Should I Store the Vegan Maple Protein Muffins? Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for one day, the refrigerator for one week, or the freezer for up to three months.
- What Can I Use in Place of Coconut Flour? You should be able to substitute almond flour, pumpkin seed flour, or sunflower seed flour. However, you will need to use about two to three time the amount of coconut flour. I have not tested the recipe with these flours.
- What Can I Use in Place of Maple Syrup? You can use an equal amount of agave nectar or brown rice syrup, or two tablespoons of coconut sugar + 1 tablespoon water.
- Is There a Substitute for Flaxseed Meal? Yes. You can use an equal amount of ground chia seeds in place of flaxseed meal.
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Vegan Maple Protein Muffins (Gluten-Free, Oil-Free)
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup ground flaxseed meal
- 1/3 cup vanilla vegan protein powder
- 3 tablespoons coconut flour
- 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup nondairy milk
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional 3-4 tablespoons cacao nibs, and/or chopped dried fruit, miniature chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Grease, spray or line 6 cups of a standard size muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flaxseed meal, protein powder, coconut flour, spice, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, maple syrup and vanilla. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until blended; stir in chocolate or fruit, if using.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden at edges and firm to the touch at the centers.Transfer to a wire rack and cool for 15 minutes in tin. Remove from tin and serve warm or cool completely
