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Home > Blog > Protein Recipe Roundups

30 Delicious Protein Muffins Recipes

Published: Sep 26, 2025 · By Andréa Marchese · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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collage of high protein muffin photos with text overlay.

High protein muffins are a quick, healthy breakfast or snack option that keeps you full and energized. This collection of protein muffins includes recipes using protein powder (whey, whey/casein, plant-based, and collagen), as well as proteins with cottage cheese or Greek yogurt as their main protein source. Let's get baking!

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Many of these recipes are gluten free, and all are macro-friendly.

You may also enjoy our collection of protein powder breakfast recipes and our roundup of protein pancakes recipes.

1. Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

inside view of a chocolate chip muffin with a few more muffins in the background
31 g of protein in each of these delicious protein chocolate chip muffins! Great for meal prep as a high protein breakfast. Gluten free, too!
Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins Recipe

2. Apple Crumble Protein Muffins (Vegan)

apple crumble protein muffins on a cooling rack
These protein powder muffins are vegan, gluten-free, low in sugar and fat, and full of apple cinnamon goodness with a buttery oat crumble on top!
Apple Crumble Protein Muffins (Vegan) Recipe

3. Blueberry Protein Oatmeal Muffins

blueberry oat protein muffins stacked on a blue surface.
Meal prep a batch of these oatmeal protein muffins in less than 30 minutes! Add this to your high protein muffins recipes list for a delicious protein-packed breakfast on the go. Made with plant-based protein powder.
Blueberry Protein Oatmeal Muffins Recipe

4. Apple Peanut Protein Muffins

inside view of an apple peanut protein muffin on a white plate with a beige background
Powdered peanut butter gives these apple protein muffins great texture and flavor with 21g protein per muffin! These high protein muffins are naturally gluten free.
Apple Peanut Protein Muffins Recipe

5. Blueberry Protein Muffins (with a Whey/Casein Blend)

blueberry protein muffin in hand, with a few bites taken out.
These high protein blueberry muffins are bursting with blueberries and quick to make using pancake mix and a whey/casein blend. They're gluten-free and low fat!
Blueberry Protein Muffins (with a Whey/Casein Blend) Recipe

6. Pumpkin Protein Muffins

pumpkin protein muffin topped with pumpkin seeds and chocolate chips on a plate.
Delicious protein pumpkin muffins that uses a whole can of pumpkin for extra flavor, and topped with a delicious and easy pepita and dark chocolate streusel topping! Made with pumpkin pie flavored protein powder.
Pumpkin Protein Muffins Recipe

7. Chocolate Protein Muffins

inside view of a chocolate protein muffin with a few more muffins in the background
These protein chocolate muffins are the perfect high protein breakfast or snack for low-carb days. 29g protein and only 4g net carbs!
Chocolate Protein Muffins Recipe

8. Banana Protein Muffins with Kodiak Muffin Mix

banana protein muffins on a cooling rack with one broken apart.
These kodiak protein muffins are packed with simple ingredients for a delicious protein snack or breakfast. Made with Kodiak Muffin Mix.
Banana Protein Muffins with Kodiak Muffin Mix Recipe

9. Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins with Bacon

6 cottage cheese breakfast muffins on a white serving plate.
These high protein cottage cheese muffins make tasty low-carb protein breakfast muffins.
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins with Bacon Recipe

10. Easy Protein Muffins

protein chocolate chip muffins stacked on a wood surface.
Easy one-bowl healthy protein muffins made with plant-based protein powder and no refined sugar. They're naturally gluten-free with over 6 grams of protein per serving. The perfect breakfast, snack, or afternoon sweet treat.
Easy Protein Muffins Recipe

11. Blueberry Protein Muffins (with Whey Protein Powder)

blueberry protein muffins stacked on a plate, one being picked up by hand.
These protein powder blueberry muffins turn the classic baked good into a nutrient-dense, protein-packed treat! Made with wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar, you won't believe these delicious fluffy muffins are good for you too!
Blueberry Protein Muffins (with Whey Protein Powder) Recipe

12. Banana Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

banana chocolate chip protein muffins on a serving plate.
Moist and flavorful protein banana muffins perfect for meal prep! With over 7g of protein per muffin, they're a great grab-and-go breakfast, snack, or dessert made with whey protein powder.
Banana Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins Recipe

13. Chocolate Chip Banana Protein Muffins (Vegan)

chocolate chip protein muffins with walnuts on a plate.
These protein banana chocolate chip muffins are the perfect snack or protein breakfast. Made with plant-based protein powder.
Chocolate Chip Banana Protein Muffins (Vegan) Recipe

14. Lemon Poppyseed Collagen Protein Muffins

lemon poppy seed protein muffin sliced open on a cooling rack.
These collagen protein muffins are fluffy lemon poppyseed muffins with sweet citrus flavor, no added sugar, and the added benefits of collagen.
Lemon Poppyseed Collagen Protein Muffins Recipe

15. Banana Protein Muffins with Peanut Butter

chocolate chip protein banana muffins on a small cooling rack.
Easy & delicious protein muffins recipe with 9 grams of protein per muffin and ready in under 30 minutes! Made with oat flour and plant-based protein powder. Great for breakfast, a post-workout treat, or mid-afternoon snack.
Banana Protein Muffins with Peanut Butter Recipe

16. Healthy Rhubarb Muffins with Greek Yogurt

rhubarb protein muffins on a marble slab.
These high protein muffins with greek yogurt are soft and fluffy. They are packed with satisfying protein to fuel your day.
Healthy Rhubarb Muffins with Greek Yogurt Recipe

17. Banana Oat Protein Muffins (Low Fat)

banana oat protein muffins on a cooling rack.
These low fat banana oat protein muffins are tender, fluffy, sweet, nutty, and full of banana flavor. I love the added walnuts for healthy fats and a little crunch, but if you leave those out each muffin is only 130 calories with 3 grams of fat! They're also gluten-free, dairy-free, and easily made vegan.
Banana Oat Protein Muffins (Low Fat) Recipe

18. Blueberry Protein Sourdough Muffins

sourdough blueberry protein muffins in parchment wrappers.
These protein blueberry muffins offer a wholesome twist on a classic treat. They're perfect for breakfast or a snack with collagen protein. Truly a guilt-free indulgence that your whole family will love!
Blueberry Protein Sourdough Muffins Recipe

19. Vegan Protein Muffins

protein breakfast muffins on a white serving plate.
Fluffy and moist, these vegan protein muffins make a great healthy breakfast or snack! A wholesome recipe that is made from oat flour, protein powder, and banana.
Vegan Protein Muffins Recipe

20. Banana Protein Muffins

banana protein muffins in a muffin tray.
These protein banana muffins are higher in protein and lower in calories and saturated fat compared to typical store-bought muffins. Made with whey protein powder.
Banana Protein Muffins Recipe

21. Chocolate Banana Protein Muffins

chocolate protein muffins with chocolate chips on a piece of parchment paper.
Nutritious, filling, and packed with protein, these banana chocolate protein muffins make a great grab-and-go breakfast or snack! An easy, one-bowl recipe that is made with plant-based protein powder and is ready in an hour.
Chocolate Banana Protein Muffins Recipe

22. Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins

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Made with simple and wholesome ingredients, these cottage cheese protein muffins pack a protein punch without any protein powder. Enjoy them for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or take them on the go!
Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins Recipe

23. Peanut Butter Protein Muffins

several peanut butter protein muffins.
These peanut butter protein muffins are lightly sweet and can be made ahead for an easy breakfast or snack. Make a double batch and freeze some for busy mornings! Made with plant-based protein powder.
Peanut Butter Protein Muffins Recipe

24. Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins

blueberry protein muffins in a ceramic dish.
These protein muffins with cottage cheese are great addition to breakfast or make an easy grab-and-go protein snack.
Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins Recipe

25. Savoury Cheese Muffins with Apple

cheese apple muffins on a cooling rack.
These savory cheese muffins are quick to make and healthy, too.
Savoury Cheese Muffins with Apple Recipe

26. Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Muffins with Greek Yogurt

high protein lemon muffins on a wood table.
These lemon poppy seed protein muffins are packed with protein and fiber, and they are easy to whip up at home.
Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Muffins with Greek Yogurt Recipe

27. Veggie Packed Protein Muffins (Dairy Free)

veggie protein muffins on a cooling rack.
These lightly sweet oat muffins are chock full of zucchini, carrot and pumpkin, with optional raisins and spices. They are made with plant-based protein powder and they are gluten-free, dairy-free, and easily made vegan.
Veggie Packed Protein Muffins (Dairy Free) Recipe

28. Banana Collagen Protein Muffins (Gluten Free)

banana collagen muffins on a cooling rack.
These banana collagen protein muffins are full of sweet banana flavor and crunchy walnuts.
Banana Collagen Protein Muffins (Gluten Free) Recipe

29. Almond Poppyseed Muffins

almond poppyseed protein muffin cut open on a cooling rack.
These almond poppyseed protein muffins are uniquely delicious! They get their protein from collagen, the perfect protein for baking. It adds tenderness and health benefits without competing with the flavors of the muffin ingredients.
Almond Poppyseed Muffins Recipe

30. Strawberry Rhubarb Protein Muffins

strawberry rhubarb protein muffins with cut strawberries and rhubarb on a serving plate.
These strawberry rhubarb protein muffins are tender and light, sweet and tangy. They're made with better-for-you ingredients including whey protein powder, and deliver 8 grams of protein per serving.
Strawberry Rhubarb Protein Muffins Recipe

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Hi, I'm Andréa! I’ve been baking with protein powder since 2013, and I can give you all the top tips for creating delicious high protein snacks, desserts, and more.

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