How to Make Oatmeal Protein Muffins

For the muffins:

* 1 cup rolled oats

* 1/2 cup oat flour

* 1/2 cup protein powder (your choice of flavor)

* 1/4 cup brown sugar

* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

* 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

* 1/2 teaspoon salt

* 1 cup almond milk

* 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

* 2 eggs

* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the optional toppings:

* 1/4 cup chopped nuts

* 1/4 cup dried fruit

* 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, oat flour, protein powder, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond milk, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. Fold in the optional toppings, if desired.

6. Spoon the batter into a greased or lined 12-cup muffin tin.

7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your delicious and protein-packed oatmeal muffins!