Lemon Poppyseed Protein Muffins
Enjoy these healthy and zesty high-protein lemon poppyseed muffins, perfect for breakfast or a snack!
Equipment
- Muffin Pan
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granular sweetener (erythritol-based preferred)
- 1 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup whey protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tbsp poppyseeds
Instructions
- Get your oven ready: Preheat to 325°F (160°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with silicone or parchment liners.
- Smooth out the wet ingredients: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, and sweetener. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add the dry goodness: Now, add the almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt to the blender. Blend again until everything is well mixed.
- Infuse with lemon: Stir in the fresh lemon zest and lemon juice. Blend once more until fully incorporated. If your batter seems a bit too thick, you can add an extra tablespoon of liquid (like water or milk) at a time until it's thick but easy to pour.
- Mix in the poppyseeds: Gently fold the poppyseeds into the batter by hand – no blending them!
- Fill your muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling them almost to the brim.
- Bake to perfection: Pop them in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes. They're done when the tops look puffed up and feel firm to the touch.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a bit. Once they're cool enough to handle, gently take them out of the liners to prevent sticking. Dig in and enjoy your healthy, zesty treat!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 148kcal
Total Carbs: 5.2g
Net Carbs: 3.2g
Fats: 10.3g
Protein: 11.5g
Calories: 148kcal
Total Carbs: 5.2g
Net Carbs: 3.2g
Fats: 10.3g
Protein: 11.5g
