Gluten & Dairy Free PURE Collagen Paleo Protein Apple Muffins
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Gluten & Dairy Free PURE Collagen Paleo Protein Apple Muffins

Kimberly Peverell

 

Fuel Your Day with These Nutritious Apple Walnut Collagen Muffins!

These muffins aren’t just a tasty treat—they’re a powerhouse of wholesome ingredients designed to fuel your body with lasting energy and support recovery!

What Makes These Muffins So Special?

  1. Protein-Packed Goodness: With 10.5g of proteinper muffin (thanks to the almond flour, eggs, and a boost from PURE Collagen), these muffins help build and maintain muscle, making them perfect for pre- or post-workout snacks!

  2. Healthy Fats for Sustained Energy: Coconut oil and almond flour provide healthy fatsthat keep you satisfied longer, helping to avoid energy crashes and promoting heart health.

  3. Natural Sweetness, Less Sugar: Sweetened with maple syrup and honey, these muffins skip the refined sugars while adding antioxidants. Opt for sugar-free syrup if you're watching your sugars!

  4. Gut-Friendly Fiber: Almond flour and apples are high in fiber, which promotes digestive health and helps stabilize blood sugar levels, keeping you fuller for longer!

  5. Joint and Skin Support: With PURE Collagen added in, these muffins bring 4.5g of collagen per serving to support joint health, glowing skin, and strong hair and nails!

  6. Spiced for Immune Health: Cinnamon doesn’t just add flavor—it’s packed with antioxidants that can support immune health and improve blood sugar regulation.

So, next time you're craving something sweet, skip the store-bought options and try these nutritious, protein-rich apple walnut muffins! Perfect for any time of day, they’re here to nourish you from the inside out!

 

Recipe for 12 Muffins 

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ⅙ cup honey (about 2 tbsp)
  • ⅙ cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tbsp cinnamon
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 apple, diced
  • Chopped walnuts, for topping
  • 54 grams PURE collagen protein

Instructions

  1. Prep the Apples:Dice up the apple into small chunks and set aside.

  2. Mix Wet Ingredients:In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, maple syrup, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla until well-combined.

  3. Add the Dry Ingredients:To the wet mixture, add the baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and almond flour. Stir until a smooth batter forms.

  4. Fold in the Apples:Gently fold the diced apple into the batter for a nice burst of flavor in every bite.

  5. Prepare the Muffin Cups:Line your muffin pan with paper liners. Use a yellow portion scoop (or about ¼ cup) to scoop the batter into each muffin cup.

  6. Top with Walnuts:Sprinkle a few chopped walnuts over each muffin for a crunchy finish and a boost of healthy fats.

  7. Bake & Cool:Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Let the muffins cool completely before removing them from the pan.

Enjoy these powerhouse muffins as a nourishing snack or a quick breakfast!

10 grams of protein per muffin! That is incredible!!!!

Macros Per Muffin

•Calories: ~187 kcal

•Protein: 10g

•Carbs: 17.55g

•Fat: 16.92g

Get ready for a gluten-free, paleo-friendly muffin that’s packed with the power of PURE collagen protein!