Chocolate Protein Muffins

 Chocolate muffin loaded with protein, low in fat, yet high in flavor.

Chocolate Protein Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 packets CARNATION BREAKFAST ESSENTIALS® Rich Milk Chocolate High Protein Powder Drink Mix
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup applesauce
• ½ cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• 1 egg  
• ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

 Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 9 muffin wells with cupcake liners or spray with nonstick spray.

 Step 2

Whisk powder drink mix, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.

 Step 3

Whisk applesauce, yogurt, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a separate large bowl. Add the flour mixture; mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.

 Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake until muffins spring back when touched, an additional 10 to 12 minutes.

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