High Protein Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins (Healthy & Easy)
I know you guys have been absolutely loving our Pumpkin Spice Muffins, so I wanted to create a few more variations of these cozy fall treats. First up: Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins. 🎃🍫
These muffins are everything you love about the original. They are soft, fluffy, perfectly spiced, and secretly packed with protein. The melty chocolate chips in every bite make them just a little more indulgent while still staying healthy and balanced.
Grab one with your morning coffee, pack them for school lunches, or enjoy as a late-night snack when you are craving something sweet but still want to keep it healthy. I have a feeling this version is going to be just as big of a hit as the classic.
Why You’ll Love These Muffins
- High Protein – about 8g protein in each muffin
- Chocolate + Pumpkin Spice – cozy fall flavor with melty chocolate chips
- Quick and Easy – simple ingredients and 20 minutes in the oven
- Meal Prep Friendly – makes 12 muffins that store well all week
- Gluten Free – just use certified gluten free oats
- Perfect Fall Treat – tastes like a coffee shop muffin but healthier
Ingredients
(Makes 12 muffins)
- 2 cups oats (blended into oat flour; use certified gluten free oats to make gluten free)
- ½ cup vanilla whey protein powder (I used Promix Madagascar Vanilla)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
- 1 ½ cups pumpkin purée
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup monk fruit sweetener (or honey/maple syrup if preferred)
- ⅓ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark; stir ⅓ cup into batter and sprinkle the rest on top)
Full recipe in the recipe card below!
Tips & Substitutions
- Protein Powder: Whey gives the best texture, but you can use plant based. They will just be a little denser.
- Sweetener: Monk fruit keeps it sugar-free and lower calorie, but honey or maple syrup add more natural sweetness.
- Chocolate Chips: Dark or mini chips work best so you get chocolate in every bite.
- Make it Gluten Free: Always choose certified gluten free oats.
- Storage: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
High Protein Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups oats (blended into oat flour; use certified gluten free oats to make gluten free)
- ½ cup vanilla whey protein powder (I used Promix Madagascar Vanilla)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
- 1 ½ cups pumpkin purée
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup monk fruit sweetener (or honey/maple syrup if preferred)
- ⅓ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark; stir ⅓ cup into batter and sprinkle the rest on top)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease or line a muffin tin.
- Blend oats in a blender or food processor until you have a fine oat flour.
- In a large bowl, mix together oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In another bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, eggs, monk fruit, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined. Gently stir in ⅓ cup of chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly into 12 muffin cups and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Optional: top with vanilla Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
Notes
Recommended Protein Powder
I’ve tried sooo many protein powders over the years, and Promix wins by a mile. It’s made with high-quality grass-fed whey, contains no artificial sweeteners, and never leaves me feeling bloated. The Vanilla Whey is my go-to for baking (like these muffins!), oats, and smoothies, while the French Vanilla Vegan Protein is an amazing plant-based option. Promix truly makes me feel my best, both mentally and physically. I love knowing that it’s made with clean, high-quality ingredients and none of the artificial junk found in so many protein powders. Plus, it tastes amazing and blends perfectly into recipes, which is a HUGE bonus! You can use my code CLAIRE at checkout for 10% off any Promix products.Nutrition (per muffin):
- Calories: ~147
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 19g
- Fat: 5g
Nutrition
Calories: 145kcal
