These Pumpkin Pecan Crunch Protein Muffins are a perfect choice for a high protein breakfast or a cozy fall brunch. Made with pumpkin puree and pecans, they offer a delicious low carb bake that satisfies your cravings while keeping your diet on track.

The nutty crunch topping adds an extra layer of texture and flavor, making these muffins a delightful treat any time of day.

Keto-Friendly Pumpkin Pecan Muffins

These muffins are packed with protein and feature a moist pumpkin base complemented by crunchy pecans. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields 12 muffins, making it ideal for meal prep or sharing.

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred sweetener
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans for topping

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 Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, erythritol, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Mix well.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, and almond milk until smooth.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
5. Fill Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans on top of each muffin.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Cook and Prep Times

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

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 muffins
• Calories: 150kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Fiber: 3g
• Net Carbs: 2g