High Protein Cranberry Muffins

Fuel your mornings with these High Protein Cranberry Muffins—a deliciously wholesome treat that combines the tart pop of cranberries with the nutty crunch of walnuts, all packed into a protein-rich recipe. Made with whole wheat flour and a boost from vanilla protein powder, these muffins are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and feature the creamy goodness of non-fat Greek yogurt. The addition of ground cinnamon adds a warm, spiced note, while unsweetened almond milk keeps them light and moist. Perfect as a quick breakfast or post-workout snack, these muffins are ready in just 35 minutes and deliver the perfect balance of taste and nutrition. Whether fresh from the oven or enjoyed on the go, they’re a satisfying option to keep your energy high and cravings in check!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.75 cups Vanilla protein powder
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.3 cup Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add Greek yogurt, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the cranberries and chopped walnuts into the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.

Step 7

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy your high protein cranberry muffins as a nutritious treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1182.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2068.6

Total Fat 56.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 425.0mg	0%
Sodium 2900.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.1g	0%
Total Sugars 92.9g
Protein 150.6g	0%

Vitamin D 125.9IU	0%
Calcium 1258.2mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 2247.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.6%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 48.5%