High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Muffins – Guilt-Free, Sweet, and Satisfying
Warm, cinnamon-spiced muffins packed with protein and naturally sweetened — a healthy twist on the classic cinnamon roll, perfect for meal prep or post-workout snacking.
Ingredients
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2 eggs
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt
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¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
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¼ cup maple syrup or honey
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⅓ cup almond milk
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1 cup oat flour
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½ cup vanilla protein powder
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1½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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1½ tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
Cinnamon Swirl:
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2 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp melted coconut oil (optional)
Optional Glaze:
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2 tbsp Greek yogurt
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1 tsp maple syrup
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1–2 tsp milk
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with liners.
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Mix eggs, yogurt, applesauce, syrup, and milk.
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In another bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients.
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Fill muffin cups halfway, add cinnamon swirl, then top with more batter. Swirl gently.
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Bake 15–18 minutes until set.
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Cool, glaze, and enjoy.
Notes
Store in fridge 4–5 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
Customize sweetness and spice to your preference.