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Fluffy Peanut Butter Banana Protein Muffins Easy Recipe

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These fluffy peanut butter banana protein muffins are a healthier twist on a classic bakery treat, packed with 12 grams of protein per serving. They’re quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups ripe bananas, mashed (about 3 medium bananas)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter, melted (for topping, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts (for topping, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth with a few small lumps.
  3. Add the peanut butter, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and almond milk to the mashed bananas. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Use a rubber spatula to fold gently until just combined—do not overmix. A few small lumps are fine.
  6. If using, fold in the chocolate chips with a few quick strokes.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and spring back when lightly touched, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. If desired, melt 2 tablespoons of peanut butter in the microwave for 15-20 seconds and drizzle over the cooled muffins. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter—mix until just combined to keep muffins fluffy. Use spotty, ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Room temperature eggs help the batter mix smoothly. If using whey protein, reduce flour by 2 tablespoons. Check muffins at 18 minutes to avoid overbaking. Let muffins cool completely before storing to prevent sogginess.

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