Ingredients:

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or banana-flavored)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or substitute with a healthy oil like coconut or avocado oil)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups to prevent sticking.:
• In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
• Add Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until combined.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Pour in the melted butter and continue to stir until the batter is smooth.
• If using, gently fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
• Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins like dried fruit or shredded coconut. These muffins are a great way to incorporate extra protein into your diet, making them a satisfying and wholesome treat.