Description
Indulge in the fall flavors with these Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins (High Protein). Bursting with the rich essence of pumpkin and warm spices, these muffins are not just a seasonal treat but a nutritious powerhouse. Each muffin packs 7g of protein, making them perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a cozy dessert. With a delightful sweetness from coconut sugar and the option to add chocolate chips, these muffins cater to both health-conscious eaters and those looking for comfort food. Easy to prepare and naturally dairy-free, they are an ideal addition to your recipe repertoire. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as part of your meal prep for the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, collagen peptides, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, eggs, coconut sugar, avocado oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients into wet ingredients gently until just mixed; avoid over-mixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and let the batter rest for about 15 minutes.
- Fill muffin tins evenly with batter and optionally sprinkle more chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes until firm but moist; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (85g)
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg