Here’s an easy, one-bowl muffin recipe that will become your new favorite for busy mornings! These Berry and chocolate High-Protein Muffins are fluffy, can be made gluten-free, and are totally free from added sugar. They taste like a treat but are packed with protein and wholesome ingredients to keep you going all day. My husband is always on a mission to eat more protein, so I started making these High-Protein Berry and Chocolate muffins for him. Today, I am sharing the recipe with you!
Ingredients and Substitutions:
- Eggs
- Yogurt: I used plain yogurt, but you can also use Greek yogurt
- Coconut Oil: Swap with any neutral oil, like avocado or vegetable oil.
- Flour: I use all-purpose flour, but, this would also work with a gluten-free flour mix
- Protein Powder: Any flavor that pairs well with chocolate and berries will work, here I am using vanilla.
- Chocolate Chips and Berries: Adjust to your taste—use both, or increase one if you skip the other! To make this truly sugar free, use sugar free chocolate.
Instructions:
- Mix It All Together: Preheat your oven to 200°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with 8 paper liners. Grab your mixing bowl and add the eggs, yogurt, and coconut oil. Stir until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the gluten-free flour mix, protein powder, and baking powder to the bowl. Fold until the batter is smooth, but don’t overdo it—just a few turns to get everything combined.
- Mix-Ins: Toss in those chocolate chips and juicy chopped strawberries. Give a gentle stir so they’re evenly distributed.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Enjoy!
Psssst!
Have you tried Our sweet potato Chocolate Ice Cream? If not, I think you should! Go have a look. I tested this recipe before I had bought a Ninja Creami, but, if I you do have a Ninja Creami, I think it will turn out even better!
High Protein Chocolate Berry Muffins
Equipment
- large bowl
- Muffin tin
- Paper Liners
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup plain yogurt 180g
- 1/3 cup coconut oil
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour mix
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- Chocolate chips to taste
- Chopped berries 1/2 cup; raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line your muffin tin with 8 paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 eggs, 1 cup plain yogurt, and 1/3 cup coconut oil Whisk until smooth.
- Add 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour mix, 2 scoops vanilla protein powder, and 1 tablespoon baking powder to the bowl. Stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in Chocolate chips (as many as you like, I used a handful) and 1/2 cup Chopped berries
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your tasty, protein-packed muffins!
Notes
Nutrition
How to Store Your High-Protein Muffins
Once your muffins have cooled completely, here’s how to keep them fresh:
- At Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. They’ll stay soft and delicious.
- Freezing for Later: These muffins freeze beautifully! Wrap each muffin individually in plastic wrap or place them all in a single layer in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep fresh for up to 3 months. To enjoy, just thaw at room temperature or heat in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds for that fresh-out-of-the-oven warmth.
These muffins are here to make busy mornings easier, so you’ll always have a quick, protein-packed option at hand!
Recipe Inspiration:
These High-Protein Berry Chocolate Muffins are perfect for busy mornings or as a protein-packed snack to satisfy your chocolate cravings. With no added sugar, and delicious bites of berries and chocolate chips, these muffins are a guilt-free way to enjoy a sweet treat that’s also nutritious. They’re so simple—just one large mixing bowl and a muffin tin, and you’re set!
This recipe for Berry Chocolate Muffins is inspired straight from the Cozinhe Comigo Instagram account.
For more family-friendly recipes like this, head check out the rest of the recipes on this blog as well as my Instagram account @tastyrecollectionscom
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