Kid Friendly Protein Muffins
Kid Friendly Protein Muffins are a kid-friendly, high-protein, lower sugar muffin recipe that’s perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or a balanced after-school snack. Made with Greek yogurt and a boost of collagen for protein! These healthy muffins keep added sugar low while helping steady blood sugar and hunger between meals. This easy recipe is quick to mix, freezer-friendly, and perfect for kids and adults alike!
Servings: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup coconut oil melted & cooled
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 scoops collagen optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease the cups.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, melted coconut oil, greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Add in the dry ingredients. Mix the dry ingredients but make sure not to over mix.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips. Reserve a few to sprinkle on top of each muffin.
- Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling about 2/3–3/4 full. Smooth tops and sprinkle with a few chocolate chips.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let muffins cool in the tin 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature