Nov 26, 2013
Winter break is so close I can almost taste it, but boy am I busy! Should I be surprised? No, I’m in college and finals are right around the corner. I feel like everyone is running around like a hamster on a wheel. You know the kind, the oh-my-gosh-I-have-three-exams-tomorrow-how-will-I-EVER-survive-the-world-is-coming-to-an-end-because-my-coffee-mug-is-empty-why-why-WHYYY-*head clunks on desk*-*snores* kind.
But I’m feeling pretty chill (except I agree with the oh-my-gosh-my-coffee-mug-is-empty part). Do you wanna know why? I’m coping with the suddenly drastic (and totally excessive) amount of schoolwork due to:
1. Coffee (duh)
2. Easy peasy microwave “bakes!” Especially this 100% delicious and nutritious Apple Pie Quinoa Flake Protein Muffin 🙂
Soft, moist, sweet and cinnamon-y, this muffin is filled with healthy fats, fiber, protein and complex carbohydrates to provide sustained energy and steady blood sugar levels throughout the day so I can focus in class and party hard later… juuuust kidding! and complete all of my assignments.
It helps tremendously to enjoy a decadent-tasting dessert for breakfast on mornings where I am crunched for time. I feel happy, calm, energized, full and satisfied for a full day of work. With such a quick and easy recipe, you will be too!
Healthy Microwaveable Apple Pie Quinoa Flake Protein Muffin
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Spray a 5″ baking dish with cooking spray.
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In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the flax, apple pie spice, sweetener, and salt. Stir in the almond milk and applesauce.
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Stir in the protein powder, then stir in the quinoa flakes. Pour batter into the prepared dish and microwave for ~5 minutes, or until surface springs back when tapped. Let cool slightly, then dig in!
Nutrition Facts
Healthy Microwaveable Apple Pie Quinoa Flake Protein Muffin
Amount Per Serving (1 muffin)
Calories 330
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Sodium 380mg17%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 21g42%
Vitamin A 300IU6%
Vitamin C 8.3mg10%
Calcium 250mg25%
Iron 4.5mg25%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Wow, what a balanced breakfast! With only 330 calories, 7g of healthy fats, 8g of fiber and 21g of protein you are almost guaranteed to feel full for hours. Personally, I like eating a higher calorie breakfast because it keeps my hunger at bay until I am finished with my morning classes so I top my Apple Pie Quinoa Flake Protein Muffin with some Homemade Almond Butter or Cinnamon Raisin Peanut Butter. Deeeelicious 🙂
Some delicious toppings include: your fav nut butter, diced apples, pure maple syrup, raisins, natural whipped cream, a dash of apple pie spice or cinnamon, crumbled pecans or walnuts, etc. You’ve gotta try this recipe for yourself. You will fall in love!
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With love and good eats,
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– Jess
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