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    Apple Protein Pancake Muffins

    Published: Dec 12, 2016 ยท Updated: Sep 24, 2020 ยท Post may contain affiliate links

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    Apple spice protein pancakes in muffin form. These gluten-free, no sugar added, high protein pancakes are a delicious and filling way to start your day!

    white plates with apple pancake muffins and one broken in half topped with butter. plus apples, cinnamon sticks, and a coffee cup all on a yellow and white towel

    The other day someone asked me, "hey so what have you been up to other than making cookie dough dips and protein pancakes?"

    I couldn't help but giggle because I sorta kinda make those things on the reg.

    Cookie dough dips are my favorites thing ever, and I eat them for snacks and dessert and even breakfast (when I don't have protein pancakes).

    But protein pancakes. Protein pancakes are my lifeblood. And while I am often quite dramatic, I am not being dramatic when I tell you that protein pancakes are one of the keys to my daily happiness. I eat them every morning, and they keep me full for hours.

    plate of pancake muffins on white and yellow towel with apples, cinnamon sticks and a cup of tea

    However, I never want to get tired of my beloved protein pancakes so I have made multiple versions. And by multiple versions, I mean 12 versions. And these apple protein pancake muffins are lucky number 13.

    Seeing as the holidays are busy, I decided it might be nice to have these in muffin form so I could eat them with my hands. Something about not having to wash a fork and knife just makes my morning seem easier, no?

    All laziness aside, these are a dream come true. They're packed with flavor and filled with protein & fiber to keep you satisfied for hours.

    baking sheet with cooked apple protein pancake muffins in orange, yellow and green baking liners

    I tested 4 versions - yes, four - to get the spice to apple to pancake ratio perfect. It's important to me that things are just right ๐Ÿ™‚

    These have no added sugar so they aren't very sweet, but I personally just add a little butter and some real maple syrup.

    Please don't desecrate these protein pancakes with imitation syrup.

    white plate with three apple pancake muffins with one broken in half and topped with butter. plus a cup of tea

    Once you try these you will understand the magical powers these things have. I'm not even kidding. I get emails at least once a week about how protein pancakes have changed my readers' mornings and I couldn't agree more.

    If you haven't already, it's time you jump on this protein pancake loving train. And these Apple Protein Pancake Muffins are a lovely way to start!

    P.S. You can also make these into regular pancakes.

    Apple Protein Pancake Muffins from Living Well Kitchen

    Apple Protein Pancake Muffins

    Apple spice protein pancakes in muffin form. These gluten free, no sugar added, high protein pancakes are a delicious and filling way to start your day!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 18 minutes
    Total Time: 33 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Meme

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup oats
    • 1 cup cottage cheese
    • 4 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 ยฝ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ยผ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ยผ teaspoon cardamom
    • โ…› teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1/16 teaspoon allspice
    • 1 cup diced apple about 1 small, divided
    • ยผ cup chopped walnuts optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350*F.
    • Add oats, cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger, and allspice to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Stir in ยพ cup diced apple.
    • Transfer mixture to a lightly greased muffin pan. Sprinkle with remaining apple and walnuts if using.
    • Bake for 15-20 minutes in a preheated oven until done. Remove from oven and enjoy!

    Notes

    *You can also make these as regular pancakes. Just add all of the apples into the mixture before cooking.
    *This can also be made in an 8 or 9 inch square baking dish (lightly greased. I use about 1 teaspoon of coconut or avocado oil). Bake for 25-35 minutes until done.
    *Let cool before transferring to an airtight container to refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to one month. Reheat in the microwave for 1 minute for refrigerated leftovers or 2 minutes for frozen, flipping halfway through cook time.
    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

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    Nutrition Facts
    Apple Protein Pancake Muffins
    Serving Size
     
    3 muffins
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    273
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    13
    g
    20
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    19
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    194
    mg
    65
    %
    Sodium
     
    265
    mg
    12
    %
    Potassium
     
    388
    mg
    11
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    23
    g
    8
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    5
    g
    6
    %
    Protein
     
    16
    g
    32
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    360
    IU
    7
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    1.4
    mg
    2
    %
    Calcium
     
    160
    mg
    16
    %
    Iron
     
    2.2
    mg
    12
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Apple spice protein pancakes in muffin form from @memeinge are a great make-ahead breakfast recipe. These gluten free, no sugar added, high protein pancakes are a delicious and filling way to start your day!

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    1. AZ@...And a Dash of Cinnamon says

      December 12, 2016 at 7:33 pm

      Oh love the use of cottage cheese here!

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    2. Chelsey says

      December 14, 2016 at 7:05 am

      I'm obsessed with EVERYTHING about these!!! I love a good blender muffin, but THESE?!?!!? YUMMM!

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