Protein Carrot Muffins

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• ½ cup of Drink Nature vanilla protein powder
• A spoonful of baking soda
• 1 ½ tsp of baking powder
• ¼ tsp of pink salt
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup of melted coconut oil or applesauce
• ¼ cup of honey or maple syrup
• 1 1/2 cups of plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
• 1 ½ cups of finely grated carrots
• (Optional) ¼ cup of chopped nuts, raisins, or shredded coconut

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients: flour, Drink Nature protein, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, coconut oil (or applesauce), honey, milk, and vanilla.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture.
5. Add the grated carrots and mix gently (do not overmix).
6. Divide the batter among the muffin cups (about ¾ full).
7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.