Carrot Cake Protein Muffins 1

Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend! Mine was busy, but full of sunshine and fun as well!! Having a little bit of balance of both is so nice! :)

Today’s recipe is one that I am very excited to share with you! I announced on Friday that I will be partnering with NutriForce Sports to bring you guys lots of yummy, protein packed recipes!! I also have some samples that I will be giving away, so keep your eyes peeled!! But in the mean time, I hope you enjoy this recipe!

If you’d like to get your hands on some of this delicious protein powder head over to www.nutriforcesports.com and use my promo code for you guys: FITCHICK10 to receive 10% off! (I highly recommend the coffee flavor— it’s AMAZING!!)

Have a great Monday! :)

 

Carrot Cake Protein MUffins 4

Carrot Cake Protein Muffinsno imageCarrot Cake Protein Muffins2014-04-09 15:35:49Carrot Cake Protein Muffinsno image Serves 8 A sweet, protein packed way to start your day! Write a review Save RecipePrint Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 26 min Total Time 36 min Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 26 min Total Time 36 min Ingredients

  1. 1 1/3 scoop (38g) vanilla whey protein powder ( I used NutriForce NutriWhey)
  2. 1/4c (28g) coconut flour
  3. 1/4c (40g) coconut sugar (or sweetener of choice)
  4. 1 tsp baking powder
  5. 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  6. 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  7. 1/2c (130g) liquid egg whites
  8. 1/2c (113g) greek yogurt
  9. 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  10. 1/2c (170g) shredded carrots
  11. 1/4c (28g) chopped walnuts, optional
  12. 1/4c (40g) raisins, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  2. Line 8 cupcake molds with paper liners (or coat very well with nonstick spray)
  3. Whisk together dry ingredients
  4. Mix together wet ingredients
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients
  6. Fold in carrots, walnuts and raisins
  7. Divide batter evenly among 8 muffin cups
  8. Bake for 25-28 minutes or until set
  9. Top with cream cheese, if desired

Notes

  1. Nutrition: 1 out of 8 muffins WITH walnuts and raisins
  2. Calories: 112, Protein: 7.6g, Carbs: 13.8g, Fat: 3.3g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 72mg, Fiber: 2.5g, Net Carbs: 11.3g, Sugar: 8.6g

By Sarah Ingredients Of A Fit Chick https://ingredientsofafitchick.com/

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