BANANA COLLAGEN PROTEIN MUFFINS (GLUTEN FREE)

February 28, 2018

Muffins are always a good idea for breakfast – especially if they’re these Banana Collagen Protein Muffins 😉 These muffins are low sugar, high-protein, and taste like banana heaven! I had to eat as many as I could before the hubby got them all (he was pretty mad about it too). You can make these muffins low fat using unsweetened applesauce, OR use buttery spread and walnuts like I did for a more decadent version. Being honest, I have forgotten to add the buttery spread before and they still tasted amazing!

Did you know? Studies show that taking collagen supplements may help improve symptoms of osteoarthritis and reduce joint pain overall. (source)

Collagen substitutions

I used flavorless LIV Body Marine Collagen to add protein plus beauty and joint health benefits. You can use my code “NOEXCUSES” for 20% off all LIV Body products! I absolutely love their lean vegan protein, too.

If you don’t have collagen peptides, you can substitute an additional six tablespoons (45g) of all-purpose flour, gluten free baking flour or 45 grams other protein powder (such as whey, whey-casein blend, or plant-based protein). You can’t use as much of other protein powders (without other modifications) because the muffins will come out dry and dense. That’s the “beauty” of collagen!

Flour substitutions

I used a combination of gluten-free baking flour and coconut flour to reduce to carb content. Feel free to sub out the coconut flour for twice as much (one cup) gluten-free baking flour if needed. You can also use regular all-purpose flour, gluten-free oat flour, sweet white sorghum flour, white whole wheat flour, or cassava flour (Paleo). I cannot guarantee the result using double the almond flour, only coconut flour, or trying other flours.

Sweetener substitutions

To add sweetness to these Banana Collagen Protein Muffins, I used my favorite stevia that’s twice as sweet as sugar with no bitter aftertaste. If you use granulated monk fruit, granulated erythritol, baking stevia or granulated sugar like coconut sugar, you will need twice as much (three-quarters cup) to achieve the same level of sweetness. If using stevia extract or drops, please refer to the brand-specific conversion chart.

Other substitutions

Instead of whole eggs, you can sub egg whites, vegan egg replacer or two flax eggs (2 tbsp. ground flaxseed soaked in 5 tbsp. warm water). Feel free to use avocado oil, melted coconut oil , unsweetened applesauce, or pumpkin puree in place of the buttery spread, or leave it out altogether as I have done before! You can also use drippy almond butter for muffins. The vanilla extract and cinnamon are optional but really enhance the richness of these muffins.

Here’s the printable recipe for these Banana Collagen Protein Muffins! I hope you’ll rate and/or comment below if you try them 😉

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