Blueberry Banana Protein Muffins 

These Blueberry Banana Protein Muffins from Jar of Lemons are a quick, wholesome breakfast or snack packed with plant-based protein, ripe bananas, and juicy blueberries—without added sugar. Ready in about 30 minutes, they’re moist, fluffy, and lightly sweetened by natural ingredients. The whole wheat flour and protein powder give them staying power, making them ideal for meal prep or grab‑and‑go mornings. Bite‑sized nutrition meets deliciousness in every muffin. Perfect for busy lifestyles or whenever you need a protein boost in muffin form.

Ingredients

• ¾ cup whole wheat flour
  
  

• ½ cup vanilla plant‑based protein powder
  
  

• 1 tsp baking powder
  
  

• 1 tsp cinnamon
  
  

• ¼ tsp salt
  
  

• 1 medium ripe banana (≈½ cup mashed)
  
  

• ¼ cup almond milk (or milk of your choice)
  
  

• ¼ cup maple syrup
  
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
  

• 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
  
  

• ½ cup coconut oil (lightly melted)
  
  

• ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line a muffin tin with liners or grease.
   
   

2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
   
   

3. In another bowl, mash banana and whisk in almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, egg, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
   
   

4. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir just until combined—avoid overmixing. Fold in blueberries gently.
   
   

5. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups.
   
   

6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   
   

7. Allow muffins to cool in the tin briefly, then transfer to a wire rack before serving.
   
   

Nutrients (per muffin, makes about 10 muffins)

• Calories: ~189 kcal
  
  

• Protein: ~6 g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: ~17 g
  
  

• Fat: ~12 g
  
  

• Fiber: ~2 g
  
  

• Sugar: ~7 g