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3 high protein chocolate chip muffins stacked on top of each other

High Protein Greek Yogurt Chocolate Chip Muffins

These Greek Yogurt Chocolate Chip Muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with protein. Ready in under 30 minutes for a quick breakfast or snack that satisfies your sweet tooth.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Serving Size 12 muffins

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Muffin Liners
  • Stand or Hand Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cup & Spoons
  • Wire Cooling Rack optional

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups flour all-purpose or whole wheat
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt plain, unsweetened
  • ¼ cup plain unsweetened protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup Butter melted

Instructions

Preheat and Prep

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray
    Hand placing brown cupcake liner in muffin baking tray, ready for baking.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, coconut sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Make sure to break up any lumps in the brown sugar for even distribution.
    1 ½ cups flour, ¼ cup coconut sugar, ¼ cup plain unsweetened protein powder, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt
    mixing dry ingredients for High Protein Chocolate Chip Muffins

Add Wet Ingredients to the dry

  • Add the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, eggs, and butter to the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined and no streaks of egg remain.
    ½ cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup Butter
    eggs, melted butter, vanilla, maple syrup added to mixing bowl for High Protein Chocolate Chip Muffins

Fold in Chocolate Chips

  • Fold in chocolate chips, reserving a small handful for topping.
    TIP: Don't over-mix! Stop when you no longer see dry flour (a few small lumps are fine) Over-mixing will cause dense muffins. For extra-tall muffin tops, let the batter rest for 10 minutes before baking
    ½ cup chocolate chips
    chocolate chips added to the high protein greek yogurt muffin batter

Fill Muffin Cups

  • Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of each muffin.
    TIP: Use an ice cream scoop for even portions and less mess
    fill muffin liners with high protein chocolate chip greek yogurt muffin batter

Bake

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Muffin tops should be lightly golden and slightly springy when touched
    baked High Protein Chocolate Chip Muffins

Cool and Enjoy

  • Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Remove and place on a wire rack to cool completely.
    TIP: For the best flavor and texture, let cool for at least 15 minutes before enjoying
    hand holding piece of High Protein Chocolate Chip Muffins showing inside texture

Notes

 

  • Don't overmix the batter or you'll end up with dense, tough muffins
  • Use Room temperature ingredients create a smoother batter and more even baking
  • For extra protein, use Greek yogurt with higher protein content (like 2% or whole milk varieties)
  • Customize add-ins by replacing half the chocolate chips with nuts, dried fruit, or other mix-ins

Storage Instructions

  • Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days
  • Refrigerator: Keep fresh for up to 1 week in a sealed container
  • Freezer: Wrap individual muffins tightly in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or microwave for 20-30 seconds when ready to enjoy.

Macros (per muffin)

Calories: ~240 | Protein: ~8-9g | Carbs: ~28g | Fat: ~10g
Nutrition is an estimate and will vary based on ingredients and brands used.