By Allison Frahn
If fall had a mascot, it would definitely be these muffins!
Packed with sweet apples, warm cinnamon, and hearty oats, they’re like a cozy sweater for your taste buds.
Whether you’re grabbing one on the go or enjoying it with a cup of coffee, these muffins are the perfect balance of fluffy, wholesome, and just the right amount of sweet.
Plus, they’ll make your kitchen smell like an apple orchard in the best possible way. Enjoy!
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup white whole wheat flour
• 2 scoops nPower Nutrition Isolate Vanilla Cupcake protein powder
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (plus extra for topping)
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup finely chopped apple
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup honey
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
PREPARATION
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
• In a large bowl, whisk together oats, flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, applesauce, honey, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
• Stir wet ingredients into dry until just combined (don’t overmix).
• Gently fold in chopped apples and milk until evenly incorporated.
• Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle extra oats on top for that bakery-style look.
• Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
NUTRITION INFO
(Per muffin; recipe serves 12)
175 calories, 7g protein, 27g carbohydrates (2g fiber), 4g fat
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ABOUT ALLISON FRAHN
Allison is a five-time IFBB Figure Olympian who has a passion for healthy, yet delicious cooking. Allison owns Alli’s Slim Pickins, Inc., a healthy food and recipe-based company. She is excited to share her years of experience with you and provide healthy recipes that proclaim her slogan: 100% Taste & 0% Guilt.
Want more recipes? Purchase Ali’s recipe e-book here!