St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Muffins (Vegan, Low-Calorie, High-Protein)
A Touch of Green for St. Patrick’s Day 🌈☘️
What better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than these healthy, plant-based rainbow muffins? These festive treats are low-calorie, low-carb, and high in protein, making them the perfect guilt-free indulgence.
The secret to their vibrant green color? Spinach! (Or kale, if you prefer.) Not only does this add a festive Irish touch, but it also boosts the muffins with extra nutrients. The coconut yogurt icing adds a creamy contrast, while the rainbow jelly on top brings that magical St. Patrick’s Day vibe. And let’s not forget the coconut yogurt clouds—because every rainbow deserves a sky!
If you’re looking for a fun, wholesome way to celebrate the holiday, these muffins will bring a smile to everyone’s face!
St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Muffins
Ingredients (for 6 muffins):
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (35g) oat flour (adds fiber and texture)
- 1/3 cup (35g) rice flour (keeps it light)
- 1/4 cup (30g) hemp flour (high in protein)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (reacts with baking soda for fluffiness)
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds + 2 tbsp water (flax egg for binding)
- 1 tbsp erythritol (or other low-calorie sweetener)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (20g) fresh spinach or kale (for natural green color and extra nutrients)
Toppings:
- Coconut yogurt (for icing and clouds)
- Rainbow jelly candies (for decoration)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a muffin tray with silicone or paper liners.
- Prepare the flax egg by mixing ground flaxseeds with water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Blend spinach (or kale) with almond milk until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix wet ingredients (almond milk-spinach blend, lemon juice, vanilla, flax egg) in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add wet to dry ingredients, stirring gently until smooth.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let them cool completely before decorating.
- Spread coconut yogurt on top as icing and place small dollops as "clouds."
- Add a rainbow jelly candy on each muffin for a festive look!
🌿 Nutritional Information (Per Muffin)
- Calories: ~95 kcal
- Protein: ~6g
- Carbs: ~10g
- Fiber: ~2.5g
- Fat: ~3g
Final Thoughts 🌈
These St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Muffins are a fun, nutritious, and festive way to celebrate the holiday while sticking to your health goals. With their high-protein, low-calorie, and low-carb profile, they’re great for those who love baking without compromising on wellness.
So grab your whisk, put on some Irish music, and enjoy these magical muffins! Let me know if you try them. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀✨
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