Zucchini Pumpkin Protein Muffins

 

     This recipe is not just for Pumpkin Season…this one can be enjoyed all year round, …especially if you are into healthy and delicious.  And, add a little swipe of Peanut Butter as another layer of fun and nutrition.  Each of these 18 are only 75 calories, 9g carbs, 2g fiber, 7g net carbs, 5.4g protein, and 3g fat.  How many make a serving?…it’s anyones guess.  You will have to try it for yourself and decide.  :)

Ingredients for 18 Muffins~

2 small (approx 9oz total) Zucchini 

2 medium ripe Bananas 

2 extra large Eggs

15oz can Pumpkin

2 scoops Vanilla Quest Protein Powder

1/2 cup ground Almond Flour

1/2 cup Oats

1 teaspoon Cinnamon

1 teaspoon Baking Powder

Dash Vanilla

1.5 Tablespoons chopped Pecans

     Grate both Zucchini in dish towel, squeeze tightly and press out any extra liquid, rest Zucchini in towel to drain while working on rest of recipe.  Add reminder of ingredients to mixing bowl, beat after each addition, add Zucchini in the end, and reserve Pecans til later.  Scoop batter by 1/4 cup to 18 silicone lined cupcake liners, sprinkle with Pecans, bake at 350 for 30 minutes.  Enjoy  :)