In this all natural protein pumpkin muffin recipe, natural protein powder is added to pumpkin and sweetened with applesauce to give delicious flavor without added sugar.
Other key ingredients in this protein and fiber rich muffin – quinoa flour, oats and flaxseed meal. Flaxseed, like quinoa seed, has been around since ancient times. It is a superfood, meaning it packs a powerful nutritional punch in a small portion size. Among flaxseeds nutritional benefits, omega-3 fatty acids, estrogen and antioxidant friendly lignans, and both soluble and insoluble fiber.
Not only will these muffins provide you with great nutrients to get your day started, they have enough fiber and good carbs to keep you feeling full and energized through your morning.
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Nutrition:
Calories: 165
Fat: 4.6g
Saturated fat: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 19mg
Sodium: 77mg
Carbohydrates: 24.7g
Fiber: 3.4g
Sugar: 6.1g
Protein: 6.5g
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