Bariatric Apple-Cinnamon Protein Muffins – Low-Calorie & High-Protein
These Bariatric Apple-Cinnamon Protein Muffins are moist, flavorful, and protein-packed while remaining low-calorie and sugar-free. Perfect for breakfast or snacks, they satisfy sweet cravings without compromising bariatric goals. Easy to make, family-friendly, and freezer-ready, they are a healthy indulgence for every post-surgery eater.
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 small apple finely diced
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp chia or flaxseeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F; line muffin tin.
- Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix wet ingredients in a separate bowl.
- Fold wet into dry ingredients gently.
- Add diced apple and seeds.
- Spoon into muffin cups (3/4 full).
- Bake 18–22 minutes; cool 5–10 minutes.