Protein Strawberry Muffins

Low Carb Dessert
Written By Angela van Schaijk

🧁 Protein Strawberry Muffins

These muffins are grain-free, refined sugar-free, and protein-rich, making them perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even post-workout fuel. Moist, subtly sweet, and loaded with nourishing fats and fiber, they’ll keep you energized without the sugar crash.

Dry Ingredients & Their Benefits

🌰 Almond Flour

  • Gluten-free and low-carb

  • Rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and monounsaturated fats

  • Great source of plant protein and fiber

🥥 Coconut Flour

  • High in fiber and healthy fats

  • Helps stabilize blood sugar

  • Adds moisture and density without grains

💪 Vanilla Protein Powder

  • Supports muscle repair and satiety

  • Look for a clean protein source like grass-fed whey or plant-based blends with no added sugars

🍬 Monk Fruit or Stevia

  • Zero-calorie, natural sweeteners with no glycemic impact

  • Great for keto, diabetic, or primal diets

🥄 Baking Soda, Salt, Cinnamon, Lemon Zest

  • Baking soda gives rise without grains

  • Sea salt enhances flavor and mineral balance

  • Cinnamon supports blood sugar control

  • Lemon zest brightens the muffins and adds antioxidants

Wet Ingredients & Their Benefits

🍳 Egg Whites or Whole Eggs

  • Provide structure and high-quality protein

  • Whole eggs give you brain-boosting choline and healthy fats (go for pastured eggs!)

🥥 Melted Coconut Oil

  • A source of quick-burning MCTs

  • Adds moisture and rich texture

🥛 Unsweetened Almond Milk

  • Low-calorie, low-carb alternative to dairy

  • Use a clean, additive-free version for best results

🥥 Coconut Cream or Full-Fat Greek Yogurt

  • Adds creaminess and healthy fats

  • Greek yogurt gives a slight tang and probiotic benefit (if tolerated)

🍋 Lemon Juice

  • Activates baking soda for fluffiness

  • Adds vitamin C and a zesty brightness

🍦 Vanilla Extract

  • Deepens flavor naturally without sugar

Optional Add-ins

🍓 Chopped Strawberries

  • Low in sugar, high in vitamin C and antioxidants

  • Adds natural sweetness and moisture

🍫 Dark Chocolate (75–85%)

  • Rich in magnesium, flavonoids, and feel-good compounds

  • Choose low-sugar bars for primal compliance

🌱 Chia Seeds

  • Fiber-rich, help with digestion and satiety

  • Add texture and omega-3 fatty acids

🔥 Why These Rock

These muffins check every primal box:

  • Low carb & high fat/protein = stable blood sugar

  • No grains or refined sugars

  • Full of micronutrients and flavor

  • Great as a pre- or post-workout snack, or with butter and tea for a cozy breakfast

Angela van Schaijk