Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins (High Protein)
Get ready to embrace the cozy vibes of fall with these Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins (High Protein)! Bursting with pumpkin flavor and warm spices, these muffins are perfect for busy mornings or as a delightful snack. Packed with nutrition, each muffin contains 7g of protein, making them a satisfying choice for any time of day. With a touch of sweetness from coconut sugar and the richness of chocolate chips, these muffins strike the perfect balance between indulgence and health. The best part? They’re super easy to make! Bake a batch at the beginning of the week and enjoy them all week long.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¼ cup gluten free 1-to-1 flour
- ½ cup unflavored collagen peptides
- 1 can pumpkin puree (15oz)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- 1 cup paleo chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, collagen peptides, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, eggs, coconut sugar, avocado oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients gently; let the batter rest for about 15 minutes.
- Fold in chocolate chips and divide batter among muffin cavities. Sprinkle extra chocolate on top if desired.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg