Low Fat Chocolate Banana Protein Muffins

Power up your day with these deliciously moist and guilt-free Low Fat Chocolate Banana Protein Muffins! Bursting with natural sweetness from ripe bananas and a hint of honey, these muffins combine the richness of unsweetened cocoa powder with a protein-packed boost from whey or plant-based protein powder. Made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, whole wheat flour, and egg whites, these treats are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Mini dark chocolate chips add the perfect touch of indulgence without compromising on health. Ready in just 35 minutes, these muffins are an ideal grab-and-go snack, post-workout fuel, or healthy breakfast option. Plus, they’re low in fat, loaded with protein, and free from refined sugars—perfect for those looking to stay on track without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 3 large egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup honey
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 cup protein powder (whey or plant-based)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup mini dark chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, vanilla extract, honey, and plain Greek yogurt to the mashed bananas. Mix well until the wet ingredients are fully combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring only until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the mini dark chocolate chips.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1107.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2085.5

Total Fat 44.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 52.2mg	0%
Sodium 2488.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.0g	0%
Total Sugars 130.1g
Protein 170.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 793.8mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 4533.3mg	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: 16.4%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 55.5%