Meet the muffin that gets you out of bed: coffee protein muffins. These aren’t your standard sugar-laden muffins—they’re packed with a protein punch and a coffee kick to jolt you awake and keep you full. Perfect for those who want a little more than caffeine in the morning, these muffins blend rich espresso flavor with hearty ingredients like oats and protein powder. The best part? You can make a batch in no time and have breakfast (or snacks) ready for days. Prepare for a morning that’s efficient, caffeinated, and maybe even tasty.
Coffee Protein Muffins Recipe
Protein-packed coffee muffins for a grab-and-go breakfast with a kick of caffeine.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 cup flour whole wheat or all-purpose
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together oats, protein powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, combine coffee, egg, honey, coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
Combine and Pour
- Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
Bake and Cool
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean. Let muffins cool for 10 minutes.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 140
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 8%
- Calcium: 6%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Vitamin B12: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Tips
- Use decaf coffee if you want a caffeine-free option.
- Add chocolate chips or nuts for a richer taste.
- Freeze leftover muffins for quick weekday breakfasts.
