Soft, nourishing and perfectly tangy, these protein rhubarb muffins prove that a healthy snack can also be delicious. High in protein and easy to prepare, they are perfect for satisfying little cravings throughout the day. Our dietitians especially love recommending them as a filling snack or breakfast option, paired with Greek yogurt for a simple and satisfying combination. And if you enjoy this type of recipe, be sure to try our zucchini and date protein muffins as well.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 375 ml (1 ½ cups) fresh or frozen rhubarb, cut into pieces*
- 250 ml (1 cup) 0 % M.F. strawberry Greek yogurt (or vanilla)
- 125 ml (½ cup) high-protein milk (such as Natrel Plus)
- 60 ml (¼ cup) vegetable oil
- 60 ml (¼ cup) maple syrup
- 250 ml (1 cup) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 250 ml (1 cup) textured vegetable protein (TVP), ground into flour
- 125 ml (½ cup) ground pumpkin seeds
- 7.5 ml (½ tbsp) baking powder
- 2.5 ml (½ tsp) ground cardamom (optional)
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the banana until smooth.
- Add the yogurt, milk, oil and maple syrup. Mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, ground textured vegetable protein, ground pumpkin seeds, baking powder and cardamom, if using.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just enough to moisten the batter.
- Add the rhubarb and gently stir.
- Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before unmoulding, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Keeps for 5 days in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.
*You can replace the rhubarb with strawberries or another type of berry.

