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Fluffy Peanut Butter Banana Protein Muffins: Easy 5-Ingredient Recipe

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These fluffy peanut butter banana protein muffins are quick, simple, and made with just 5 ingredients. They’re perfect for busy mornings, post-workout snacks, or a healthy treat that tastes like comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1½ cups or 360g)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter (130g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup rolled oats (90g)
  • 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (about 30g)
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (45g) (optional)
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (30g) (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Grind the oats into flour: Place 1 cup of rolled oats in a blender or food processor. Pulse for about 20-30 seconds until they look like a fine powder. Set aside.
  3. Mash the bananas: In a large mixing bowl, add 3 ripe bananas. Use a fork or potato masher to mash them until smooth with some small lumps.
  4. Add the peanut butter and eggs: Add ½ cup creamy peanut butter and 2 large eggs to the mashed bananas. Stir until well combined and no white streaks remain.
  5. Mix in the dry ingredients: Add the oat flour and 1 scoop of protein powder to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in any optional add-ins: If using chocolate chips, nuts, or seeds, gently fold them in now.
  7. Fill the muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely for about 10-15 more minutes before serving.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Do not overmix the batter. Measure peanut butter accurately. Let muffins cool completely before removing liners. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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