Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Yield: Makes 12 muffins / 7 g of protein per serving
Dry ingredients:
325 ml (1 1/2 cups) unbleached all-purpose flour
125 ml (1/2 cup) of Zenit organic vanilla plant protein
10 ml (2 tsp) baking powder
125 ml (1/2 cup) dark chocolate chips
45 ml (3 tbsp) flax seeds
125 ml (1/2 cup) brown sugar or organic cane sugar
Wet ingredients:
2 eggs
125 ml (1/2 cup) freshly squeezed orange juice
125 ml (1/2 cup) water, milk, or unsweetened plant-based beverage
10 ml (2 tsp) orange zest
85 ml (1/3 cup) small cubes of peeled orange
60 ml (1/4 cup) canola oil
METHOD
Place the rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Ideally, use a 12-cup silicone muffin pan.
In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients. Add to the dry ingredients and gently mix until the batter is moist. If the batter is too thick, add a little water.
Divide the batter among the muffin cups.
Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Let cool!
Note: These protein-packed orange muffins are perfect for enjoying citrus season! Their fresh, slightly sweet flavor makes them an excellent option for a pre-workout snack, a quick breakfast served with yogurt, or simply a nutritious break. With 7 g of protein per muffin, they provide the energy needed to start the day right or support your workout!