These Keto Pumpkin Mocha Protein Muffins are a delicious high protein dessert that combines the rich flavors of cocoa and espresso with the warmth of pumpkin. Perfect for a cozy fall treat, these muffins are a low carb bake that satisfies your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Made with almond flour, this recipe is easy to follow and yields moist, flavorful muffins that are ideal for breakfast or a snack.

Delicious Pumpkin Mocha Muffins Recipe

These muffins feature a delightful blend of pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, and espresso, creating a unique flavor profile that is both satisfying and nutritious. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and makes 12 muffins.

Ingredients

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
• 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred sweetener
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon espresso powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, almond milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and espresso powder. Whisk until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the almond flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, erythritol, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your cozy fall chocolate muffins!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 muffins
• Calories: 120kcal
• Fat: 6g
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Fiber: 2g