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Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins

Delicious Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins You’ll Love

Enjoy these Low-Calorie, High-Protein Pumpkin Muffins, a guilt-free treat packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree unsweetened canned for best results
  • 1 cup Oat Flour can be substituted with gluten-free oat flour
  • 0.5 cup Vanilla Plant-Based Protein Powder for a hearty protein boost
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds adds fiber and omega-3s
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensures muffins rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda works with baking powder to help muffins rise
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon for warmth and flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg for classic pumpkin flavor
  • 0.125 teaspoon Ginger for classic pumpkin flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup adds natural sweetness
  • 0.25 teaspoon Stevia or Low-Calorie Sweetener optional for extra sweetness
  • 0.33 cup Unsweetened Plant-Based Milk or Water to adjust batter consistency

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Ice Cream Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients: oat flour, protein powder, chia seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and spices. Whisk until blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, maple syrup, stevia, and plant-based milk or water until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These muffins are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins.

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