These banana bread protein muffins are a delicious breakfast or snack! This recipe is perfect if youโ€™re counting macros or you want a high protein muffin for breakfast!

Banana Bread Protein Muffins
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I’ll admit that I don’t typically like “protein” recipes that are made with protein powder. I’ve tried dozens of recipes in the past and most of them just don’t taste quite right. These are a little higher in calories because of the almond flour, but it makes the texture of these muffins perfectly moist, even with the addition of protein powder.

Why Youโ€™ll Love These Protein Muffins

  • High protein, low sugar โ€“ Perfect for anyone counting macros or looking for a satisfying breakfast.
  • Moist and fluffy โ€“ Thanks to almond flour and mashed bananas, they donโ€™t have the chalky texture some protein recipes do.
  • Lower in calories than bakery muffins โ€“ At just ~150 calories each, you can enjoy one (or two!) guilt-free.
  • Great for meal prep โ€“ Make a batch, freeze extras, and grab them on busy mornings.

If you love this recipe, be sure to try my high protein banana bread recipe!

What are protein muffins?

Protein “muffins” are a popular way to turn protein powder and other wholesome ingredients into a tasty snack! They’re a good way to get in lots of protein with minimal fat and sugar. I had an older version of this recipe on the site, but I’ve replaced it with this one because I think the taste and texture is much better! They’re slightly higher in calories, but the trade off is worth it!

The Best Protein Powder for Muffins

I recommend using Clean Simple Eats vanilla whey protein for these muffins. I generally try to use plant-based protein powders, but I find that whey protein is best for baking. If you try other forms of protein powder, you may need to make adjustments. I recommend weighing it if you have a food scale. I used 60g of protein powder for this recipe. My protein powder scoop is just over 1/4 cup, so I used just over 1/2 cup of protein powder in this recipe. I’ve made this recipe with whey protein and plant-based protein. You can use chocolate or vanilla flavor.

How to Make Banana Bread Protein Muffins