Strawberry Protein Muffins with Chocolate Chips

These moist strawberry protein muffins are studded with fresh strawberries and chocolate chips. Made with oat flour and protein powder so they have an extra protein boost and they’re gluten-free!

Last weekend I bought two containers of strawberries from the farmers market. I was only going to get one, but Isaac convinced me to get two, which is fine because I love fresh berries. They’re the perfect snack and also great as a topping for things like yogurt, salads, cereal, oatmeal, cottage cheese… the list goes on.

All that said, I still felt like we had too many strawberries for two people to eat in one week so I decided I needed to bake something with them. That something turned out to be these strawberry protein muffins.

I actually made two batches on Friday night when I was testing the recipe — one with chocolate chips and one without. Isaac says the chocolate chips make the muffins so naturally that’s the version I’m sharing with you!

Ingredients Needed

• oat flour – I made my own oat flour, but feel free to use store-bought. I don’t recommend substituting with all-purpose flour.
• protein powder – my favorite protein powder is Nuzest. Use code eatingbirdfood for 15% off your order!
• stevia baking blend – or you can use 6-8 stevia packets or another sweetener of choice.
• egg whites – I’m referring to the thick, clear liquid when you crack open the egg. You can also buy a carton of plain egg whites at the grocery store.
• Greek yogurt – I like to use plain or vanilla non-fat. Feel free to use a dairy-free yogurt if you prefer.
• strawberries – the star of the show here!
• chocolate chips – I love Lily’s chocolate chips for a low-sugar option and Enjoy Life chocolate chips for a dairy-free/soy-free option.

The Best Protein Muffins

To amp up the protein content of these muffins we’re using a blend of oat flour, protein powder and egg whites. Honestly, I think it’s a winning combo because these muffins might be the best protein baked good I’ve ever made. I feel like some protein baked goods have a strange texture, but not these muffins — they’re light, fluffy and moist. Plus, you can’t taste the protein powder at all and the strawberries and chocolate chips add the perfect amount of sweetness.

Stevia Sweetened Muffins

I wanted to make the muffins without sugar (besides the berries and chocolate chips) so I used a stevia blend for sweetener. If you don’t have a stevia baking blend you can always use packets of stevia or another sweetener of choice.

How to Store Strawberry Protein Muffins

Let the muffins cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to three months.

More Protein-Packed Treats to Try:

• Protein Balls
• Blueberry Protein Pancakes
• Banana Protein Pancakes
• Protein Cookie Dough
• Peanut Butter Yogurt Bowl
• Oatmeal Raisin Protein Cookies
• High Protein Blueberry Muffins

More Strawberry Recipes to Try:

• Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
• Strawberry Coconut Milk Sorbet
• Strawberry Banana Smoothie
• Roasted Strawberry Cottage Cheese Bowl
• Strawberry Overnight Oats
• Easy Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal
• Strawberry Chia Jam

If you make these strawberry protein muffins please be sure to leave a comment and star rating below. Your feedback is super helpful for the EBF team and other EBF readers. 

Strawberry Protein Muffins

5 from 3 votes

These moist strawberry protein muffins are studded with fresh strawberries and chocolate chips. Made with oat flour and protein powder so they have an extra protein boost and they're gluten-free! 

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Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup oat flour
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• Zest of ½ a lemon
• 2 Tablespoons stevia baking blend, or 6-8 packets of stevia
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• pinch sea salt
• pinch cinnamon
• 1 Tablespoon coconut oil, liquid
• 3/4 cup egg whites
• 2 Tablespoons unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• ½ cup plain or vanilla non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup strawberries, chopped into tiny pieces
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven: Set over to 350°F.
• Combine dry ingredients: Combine all dry ingredients together, except chocolate chips.
• Add wet ingredients: Mix in all wet ingredients. Stir until smooth and blended, then lightly stir in strawberries and chocolate chips.
• Prep pan: Line muffin tin with paper or silicone liners and spray with non-stick spray. Make sure you spray the liners (paper or silicone) or the muffins will stick.
• Bake: Place batter evenly in muffin tin. The batter should fill 12 muffin cups. Drop 3-5 mini chocolate chips on top of each muffin. Bake for 23-25 minutes or until the edges are starting to brown and the muffins are baked through. Test with a toothpick.
• Let cool: Remove from the oven, let muffins sit for 5 minutes, then use a knife to go around the edge of each muffin and gently remove them from the tin and place on a flat surface to cool.
• Serve: Once they cool, they'll be firm and ready to eat!
• Store: Place in a sealed container and store at room temperature or in the fridge for longer storage.

Notes

• Protein powder: I personally like plant-based protein powders and collagen options, but you can use whatever you prefer!
• Stevia baking blend: You can use 6-8 stevia packets instead or another sweetener of choice.
• Yogurt: Feel free to use a dairy-free yogurt if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin Calories: 115kcal Carbohydrates: 14g Protein: 7g Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 1mg Sodium: 106mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 4g

Author: Brittany Mullins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: strawberry protein muffins

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