Chocolate Protein Muffins
These chocolate muffins are loaded with protein and low in fat yet high in flavor.
Carnation Breakfast Essentials Rich Milk Chocolate High Protein Powder Drink Mix
2
packets
all-purpose flour
¾
cup
baking soda
½
teaspoon
baking powder
½
teaspoon
salt
¼
teaspoon
applesauce
½
cup
plain low-fat Greek yogurt
½
cup
white sugar
⅓
cup
egg
1
large
vanilla extract
¾
teaspoon
dark chocolate chips
½
cup
 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 9 muffin wells with cupcake liners or coat with nonstick spray.
  Whisk together powder drink mix, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined.
  Whisk together applesauce, yogurt, sugar, egg, and vanilla in a large bowl. Add flour mixture; mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Portion batter evenly into the prepared muffin wells.
  Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking until the center of muffins spring back when lightly pressed, 10 to 12 more minutes.
