Protein Carrot Cake Ricotta (Printable)
Moist carrot cake muffins with ricotta and protein, perfect for breakfast or wholesome snacking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup whole wheat flour
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 cup ricotta cheese (part-skim or whole)
10 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
11 - 1/4 cup milk of choice
12 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or light olive oil
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
14 - 1 1/2 cups grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
15 - 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
16 - 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs thoroughly. Add ricotta, honey, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth and cohesive.
04 - Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to preserve muffin texture.
05 - Fold in grated carrots evenly. If desired, gently stir in chopped walnuts or pecans and raisins.
06 - Distribute batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full for optimal rise.
07 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer onto a wire rack to cool completely.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Brings together classic carrot cake flavor with a healthy twist
- Rich in protein thanks to ricotta and protein powder for a lasting snack
- Uses wholesome pantry and fridge staples you probably already have
- Moist and fluffy with just the right amount of sweetness
- Easily customizable with nuts or raisins for added texture
02 -
- High protein keeps you satisfied so these make the perfect breakfast or pre-workout snack
- Freezes beautifully for a meal prep win just wrap well and thaw overnight
- Rich in vitamin A and healthy fats from carrots and nuts
03 -
- Always grate carrots fresh and fine for the best texture pre shredded tends to be dry
- Toast nuts before adding for extra crunch and flavor
- Do not overmix at any stage or the muffins may come out tough keep your folds gentle and stop mixing when the last streaks disappear