Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of cinnamon rolls with these Cinnamon Roll Protein Muffins—tender, low-carb treats featuring a buttery cinnamon swirl and packing 11 grams of protein per serving. Perfect for a keto-friendly breakfast, pre-workout snack, or dessert, these muffins combine nutritious ingredients like cottage cheese and whey protein with guilt-free sweetness.
Ingredients
- Cinnamon Swirl: Softened butter, brown sugar replacement, allulose (or xylitol), ground cinnamon.
- Muffin Batter: Cottage cheese, eggs, granular sweetener, vanilla extract, almond flour, unflavored whey protein powder, baking powder, salt.
- Optional Glaze: Powdered sweetener, heavy whipping cream, water.
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: Mix butter, brown sugar replacement, allulose, and cinnamon to form a paste.
- Make Batter: Blend cottage cheese, eggs, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth. Add almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt; blend until smooth.
- Assemble Muffins: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line muffin pans with liners. Fill each cup halfway with batter, add cinnamon swirl, and swirl lightly. Top with remaining batter and swirl again.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden. Let cool.
- Optional Glaze: Mix powdered sweetener and heavy cream; drizzle over cooled muffins.
Notes
- Substitute almond flour with sunflower seed flour for a nut-free option.
- Unflavored whey protein works best; avoid plant-based or collagen powders.
- The glaze is optional but enhances the cinnamon roll flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
