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Cranberry Orange Protein Muffins
These healthy cranberry orange muffins are packed with protein and fresh fruit, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat pastry flour
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
Wet ingredients
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅔ cup coconut sugar (or packed brown sugar)
- ⅓ cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup whole milk (e.g., Darigold Fit)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped fresh cranberries (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
- Whisk wet ingredients until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry, fold in ¾ cup cranberries.
- Divide batter into 12 muffins, top with remaining cranberries, bake 18-20 mins.
Notes
Use fresh cranberries for best flavor and texture.