Healthy Protein Muffins for Kids

Check out these healthy muffins for kids that are tasty and made with nutritious ingredients so you can feel good about serving them for breakfast.

Since most muffin recipes are basically cupcakes without frosting, we often consider them a treat, but in this post, I’m sharing tips and recipes so you can turn them into a nutrient-packed option for busy mornings.

Healthy Muffins Kids Will Love

Muffins make a convenient grab-and-go breakfast, but they can also be a healthy option. All you need is the right recipe made with whole grain or grain-free flours, minimal added sugars, and yummy additions like nuts and fruit folded into the batter. 

You’ll find some delicious examples of healthy muffins below. They include more protein and fiber than your standard bakery muffin to keep you and the kids full for hours. 

If you’re looking for more ways to get your kids to enjoy homemade meals, check out my Family Kickstart Program. 

It’s a 4-week meal plan featuring family-favorite recipes recreated with healthier ingredients that are better for you and have the same delicious flavors. 

Healthy Muffin Ingredients for Kids

So, what makes a muffin healthy? It’s all in what you add into the batter and what you leave out. 

Many muffin recipes can be high in sugar and butter, but below are some healthier swaps, as well as great additions to make your batch a wholesome bunch.  

• protein powder: gives each muffin a good dose of protein. You can use whey, soy, or pea protein but be sure not to swap one for the other in recipes, it will affect the muffin’s texture. 
• pumpkin: pumpkin puree is a healthier replacement for butter and oil that adds great moisture. 
• banana: mashed banana adds moisture, and it’s sweet flavor reduces the amount of added sugar you’ll need. 
• yogurt: a high protein swap for butter and oil that adds protein and makes the muffins super moist. 
• oat flour: a gluten-free flour that’s high in fiber and gives the muffins are hearty texture. 
• almond flour: a grain-free flour that you can use as a 1:1 swap for regular flour. It’s low in carbs and high in healthy fats which makes baked goods super soft and moist. 

Healthy High Protein Muffin Recipes for Iids

It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for, where I share some favorite muffin recipes that are high in protein, made with nutritious ingredients, and kid-approved!

Alright, I won’t hold you back any longer! It’s time to bake! What are some of your favorite ways to get more protein in your child’s day?

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