Cozy Pumpkin Protein Muffins with Vanilla Glaze

Enjoy the flavors of fall with a batch of these lightly spiced, healthy pumpkin muffins.

Picture this: it’s a crisp fall morning, leaves are crunching underfoot, and you’re bundled up in your coziest sweater. Now, imagine the smell of freshly baked pumpkin protein muffins wafting through your kitchen–warm, comforting, and completely irresistible. These gluten-free pumpkin protein muffins are exactly what fall dreams are made of but with a healthy twist!

Thanks to the addition of our Vanilla Plant Protein, these muffins are packed with extra nutrients without losing any of their cozy, pumpkin-filled goodness. So, whether you’re enjoying them with your morning coffee or packing them up for a quick snack, these healthy pumpkin muffins hit all the right notes.

They're perfect for using up that can of pumpkin puree (just make sure it’s not pumpkin pie filling!). You can swap between cane sugar or granulated monk fruit…and the vanilla glaze? Total game-changer. It brings a Greek yogurt cream-cheese vibe that takes these muffins to the next level. And don’t forget the pumpkin spice–two teaspoons for mild, or go all out with three teaspoons for that extra fall magic.

Ready to bake? Grab your mixer, and let’s get started with this delicious and healthy pumpkin muffin recipe!

Makes 10 muffins

Muffin Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2-3 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup Life’s Abundance Vanilla Plant Protein
• 1 cup pumpkin puree

Muffin Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line your muffin tin.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the coconut sugar, Greek yogurt, olive oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Add the pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, flour, protein powder, and pumpkin puree. Stir until just combined.
4. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the batter into each liner and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
5. Let the muffins cool for 20-30 minutes before adding the glaze!

Life’s Abundance Vanilla Protein Powder is a nutrient-rich blend of clean, high-quality proteins.

Vanilla Glaze Ingredients

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 Tbsp. Life’s Abundance Vanilla Plant Protein
• 1 Tbsp. Greek yogurt
• 2 Tbsp. hot water
• 1/16 tsp. sea salt
• Pepitas for garnish

Vanilla Glaze Instructions

1. Whisk together the powdered sugar, protein powder, Greek yogurt, hot water, and salt until smooth.
2. Dip the tops of your cooled pumpkin protein muffins into the glaze, or drizzle it on top.
3. Garnish with pepitas for a crunchy finish.

These healthy pumpkin muffins are great when enjoyed warm. If you have leftovers (if that’s even possible), store them in an airtight container–up to 24 hours on the counter, three days in the fridge, or freeze them for up to three months.

These muffins are just one delicious way to sneak more protein into your day–give them a try and enjoy the added health benefits!