Protein Carrot Cake Ricotta Muffins (Printable Version)
Soft muffins with carrot, ricotta, and protein; wholesome, flavorful, perfect for mornings or a healthy snack.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup whole wheat flour
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 cup ricotta cheese, part-skim or whole
10 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
11 - 1/4 cup milk of choice
12 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or light olive oil
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
14 - 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
15 - 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
16 - 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cavity.
02 - In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; whisk thoroughly.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs and add ricotta cheese, honey or maple syrup, milk, melted coconut oil or olive oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and uniform.
04 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and gently fold together just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
05 - Fold in grated carrots, and if desired, chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins, mixing gently to distribute.
06 - Portion batter evenly into each muffin cup, filling each to about three-quarters full.
07 - Bake in preheated oven for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin emerges clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool fully.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- High protein and filling for lasting energy
- Warm spices and creamy ricotta make each bite irresistible
02 -
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based ricotta and milk alternatives
- Check all ingredient labels for allergens, especially nuts and dairy
03 -
- Do not overmix the batter for soft, tender muffins
- Add a pinch of ginger or top with cream cheese glaze for extra flavor