Soft, fluffy, and bursting with juicy blueberries, these high-protein blueberry streusel muffins deliver bakery-style texture with a nourishing boost. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a satisfying snack, they combine wholesome ingredients with that irresistible crumbly topping everyone loves.
If you enjoy fruity, sweet baked goods, this recipe gives you indulgent flavor while keeping things balanced and protein-packed.
✨ Why You’ll Love These Muffins
- 10–14g protein per muffin (depending on protein powder used)
- Moist and tender crumb
- Naturally sweetened option available
- Crispy cinnamon streusel topping
- Great for meal prep
📝 Ingredients
For the Muffins
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or almond)
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or light butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
For the Streusel Topping
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, milk, melted oil, and vanilla until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine
Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined — do not overmix.
Fold in blueberries carefully.
5️⃣ Make Streusel
In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter using a fork until crumbly.
6️⃣ Assemble & Bake
Divide batter evenly into muffin cups (about 3/4 full).
Sprinkle streusel generously on top.
Bake 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
💡 Tips for Perfect Protein Muffins
- Use whey-casein blend protein for softer texture.
- If using plant protein, add 1–2 tablespoons extra milk.
- Toss blueberries in a little flour to prevent sinking.
- For extra protein, add 2 tablespoons chia seeds.
📊 Nutrition Boost Ideas
- Swap 1/4 cup flour for almond flour for healthy fats.
- Add lemon zest for a fresh bakery-style flavor.
- Use cottage cheese blended smooth instead of yogurt for higher protein content.
🧊 Storage
- Room temperature: 2 days
- Refrigerator: 5 days
- Freezer: Up to 3 months
Reheat 15–20 seconds in the microwave for that fresh-from-the-oven feel.
🍽 Perfect For
- Quick breakfast
- Post-gym snack
- Kids’ lunchboxes
- Healthy meal prep
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