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Pumpkin Spice Protein Muffins – Soft, Cozy, and Packed With Protein

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • Vanilla or unflavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • White whole wheat flour or oat flour
  • Rolled oats (optional, for texture)
  • Baking powder and baking soda
  • Salt
  • Pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
  • Eggs
  • Maple syrup or honey
  • Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
  • Vanilla extract
  • Light oil (avocado, melted coconut, or light olive oil)
  • Optional add-ins: mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans or walnuts, raisins, or pumpkin seeds

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk 1 cup white whole wheat flour (or oat flour), 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1 scoop (about 30 g) protein powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 to 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice.
  3. Blend the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk 1 cup pumpkin puree, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine gently: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix—a few small lumps are fine.
  5. Add mix-ins (optional): Fold in 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins if you like.
  6. Fill the tin: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cups. The batter will be thick. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds or a light oat crumble on top if you want extra texture.
  7. Bake: Bake for 16–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tops should spring back when lightly pressed.
  8. Cool: Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling helps the structure set, especially with protein bakes.