The best healthy Kodiak blueberry muffin recipe you’ll ever make.
Searching for a healthy protein muffin that tastes like a dream? Look no further. These aren’t your grandma’s blueberry muffins (although they taste like they could be). These Kodiak blueberry muffins are low-fat, low-sugar and packed with protein and amazing flavor.
With active lifestyles as personal trainers, my husband and I look for ways to stay on track nutritionally while still enjoying what we eat. And who doesn’t love a good muffin?
A few years ago, we discovered Kodiak Cakes, a company known for flapjack and waffle mixes that are low in fat but rich in protein and complex carbs. You can make a lot of treats with them and muffins are one of our favorites.
A muffin recipe is included on the Kodiak box, but it was fairly high-sugar, high-fat and higher-calorie. I was looking for a way to tweak the nutrients to get more protein and less fat per muffin.
(You know. So you could eat more with zero guilt.)
Jump ahead to:
Creating the Perfect Kodiak Cakes Muffin Recipe
I searched the web and other blogs for existing recipes but couldn’t find one quite right.
Believe it or not, I even found a couple blogs that advertised having a “healthy blueberry Kodiak muffin recipe” only to discover their directions said “buy a box of Kodiak mix, follow the recipe but add some blueberries at the end.
Of the other existing blueberry Kodiak muffin recipes I found, some had nice flavor and moisture but more fat and less protein. Others had more protein and less fat but came out dry and lacked flavor.
Let’s face it -there’s nothing worse in a muffin than expecting a bite full of happiness but discovering a mouthful of disappointment. Dare I say it, a mouthful of sadness.
So I took things into my own hands, experimenting until a muffin emerged with just the right ratio or delicious vs nutritious.
Taste-tested and approved by personal trainers, body builders, macro-counters and comfort eaters alike, these blueberry Kodiak muffins are for everyone.
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Where to find Kodiak Cake Mix
Quite a few retailers now carry Kodiak Cake mixes and products. I’ve regularly found them in Target, Bi-Lo, Walmart and Publix.
But if you’re struggling to find it at your local grocery store (or, like me, just don’t like leaving your house and prefer things to come to you), no worries. Amazon has got’cha back.
Buttermilk Protein Packed Flapjack Mix
Kodiak Cakes Buttermilk Flapjack and Waffle Mix
Kodiak Cakes have a lot of fun muffin mix varieties, including a blueberry muffin mix. But we like to shake up what flavor muffins we make so I tend to opt towards buying the original flapjack mix. I also always try to buy Kodiak’s protein-packed mixes for that extra boost of protein.
For Gluten-Free Kodiak Muffins
Kodiak Cakes Gluten Free Protein Pancake Flapjack and Waffle Mix
Does gluten not jive well with your system? Not to worry. Kodiak makes a gluten-free mix! That way no one has to miss out on the fun.
Vegan-Friendly Kodiak Mixes
The majority of Kodiak Cakes mixes contain animal products and are not vegan. But they do have a few vegan-friendly mixes. You may have better luck finding some of these varieties online.
- Kodiak Cakes – Protein-Packed Muffin Mix Blueberry
- Kodiak Cakes – Protein Packed Power Bake Muffin Mix Double Dark Chocolate
- Kodiak Cakes Protein-Packed Blueberry Lemon Muffin Mix
They also now advertise on their website having a plant-based Kodiak Cakes muffin mix with pea, brown rice and wheat-based protein concentrates.
Best Protein Powder for Blueberry Kodiak Muffins
A quality protein powder will make or break the difference in your protein muffin. I try to aim for a low-carb, high-protein powder that’s easy on the taste buds and the digestive system.
If you already have protein powder on hand, feel free to use it for this recipe. But here’s the protein powder brand I used to create these muffins (and what the macros in this recipe are based on).
High-Quality, Artificial-Free Whey
SFH is known for their high-quality protein. Gluten-free and soy-free, their Pure Whey Protein Powder is made of grass-fed whey that is that is 100% GMO and artificial ingredient-free.
Vegan Protein Powder
New Vega Protein & Greens 
It can be challenging to find a vegan protein powder that’s low-carb, high-protein and doesn’t taste like cardboard. I tested quite a few of them during my vegan dieting experiment and Vega was actually my favorite. It’s completely dairy, soy and GMO-free and easy on the taste-buds.
Recipe for Protein-Packed Kodiak Blueberry Muffins
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 Cups Kodiak Cakes protein packed flapjack mix
- 1 Scoop SFH pure whey vanilla protein powder
- 1 Large egg
- 1 Cup skim milk
- 1 Cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 Cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 Cup Splenda brown sugar blend, plus some to sprinkle
Throw all ingredients, except for blueberries, into a bowl and mix until smooth. Stir blueberries in gently and then pour batter into greased muffin tins.
Sprinkle some of the brown sugar blend over each muffin and bake at 350°F for 12-18 minutes (or until they pass the toothpick test). Makes 12 muffins.
PREP TIPS:
- Pay attention to the Kodiak mix you buy (the original mix has 8g of protein per serving while the protein-packed version has 14g).
- Try to distribute blueberries somewhat evenly between muffins (too many in one will increase moisture and too few will decrease it).
- If you do meal prep in advance each week, keep in mind with fresh ingredients these muffins stay good for about 3 days. When making a big batch, consider freezing some to use as needed so they don’t start to spoil on you by day 4 or 5.
- If you are a sweet-tooth monger like myself, you can never be too generous with that crowning sprinkle of brown sugar (if you count macros, just make sure to account for that in your recipe).
SUBSTITUTIONS:
- For protein substitutes, see my list of protein substitutions further down the page.
- If you’re not a fan of artificial sweeteners like Splenda, you can substitute Stevia or regular sugar.
- You can also substitute soy or coconut milk for the skim milk.
- If you’re vegan, you can swap a vegan baking egg replacer for the chicken egg and use a vegan protein powder (see vegan protein powder recommendation further down on post).
- When making substitutions, just keep in mind that your macro count may slightly vary from this specific recipe. If you’re counting macros, just make sure to adjust the recipe macros in a macro calculator based on the ingredients you use.
Nutritional Information and Macronutrients
Nutritional Info and Macros per Muffin:
- Calories: 148
- Carbs: 23.2 grams
- Fat: 1.3 grams
- Protein: 8.3 grams
- Sugar: 13.3 grams
- Weight Watchers Points: 4
Final Thoughts on Protein-Packed Blueberry Kodiak Muffin Recipe
And there you have it, a healthy low-calorie blueberry muffin that’s packed with protein and doesn’t skimp on flavor. It took lots of experimenting and taste-testing, but it was all worth it in the end. I’m so happy to share my recipe with the rest of the muffin-lovers of the world.
I hope you enjoy my Kodiak Cakes muffin recipe as much as we do. And if you’re looking for even more delicious, healthy Kodiak Cakes muffin recipes, look no further. It just so happens I’ve got quite a few and you can check them out from the links below.
Related Kodiak Muffin Recipes
- Apple Spice Kodiak Muffins
- Chocolate Peppermint Kodiak Muffins
- Pumpkin Kodiak Muffins
- Gingerbread Kodiak Muffins
- Pumpkin-Apple Spice Kodiak Protein Pancakes
All writing and images copyright © 2017 Rachel Elise Weems Woods
Published 2-27-17. Updated 8-17-2020.
Julie Kidwell says
Is the “Cup Skim Milk” actually 1 cup or ??
Reese Woods says
Yes, Julie! That must be a typo. It is 1 cup of skim milk! 🙂
Alison says
How many muffins does this recipe make? 12 regular size or 6 large?
Reese Woods says
I use this recipe to make a dozen regularly sized muffins, but you could tweak it!
Becca Stuart says
Can you substitute almond milk for the skim milk?
Reese Woods says
Yes! You should be able to substitute almond milk in equal amounts for the skim milk!
redheadmomto3 says
I really enjoyed these! Thanks for sharing!
For anyone doing WW Freestyle, they are 4 points each. 🙂
Reese Woods says
I’m so happy you liked them! And that’s great info on the WW points!
Kelly Berry says
Thank you for sharing this recipe. We have been a Kodiak mix user for quite some time and I have never found a muffin recipe we really like. Your recipe looks really yummy and I plan to try it out tomorrow morning. We are not big Splenda users. Is there another sweetener that can be substituted? I usually use honey to lightly sweeten my baked goods but adding honey can really change a recipe. Let me know if you have any thoughts. Thank you!
Reese says
Have you ever tried using Stevia? It is a natural plant-based sweetener and is free of artificial sweeteners and substitutes. It’s about the same consistency as Splenda but more natural! That might work well!
Jess says
I just use regular brown sugar and they come out great!
Reese Woods says
Brown sugar for the win!
Ashley says
Hi!
I’d like clarification on “SFH pure whey protein powder”. What is SFH? Will any protein powder work? Will the recipe still work if a person omitted the protein powder?
Thank you!
Reese says
SFH is a supplement company and that is just their protein powder. To get an accurate macro count for the nutritional information, I calculated everything on the specific ingredients I listed. But any protein powder will work! And the recipe should still work fine without adding the protein powder. 🙂 My husband and I are just gym rats, so we really like that extra boost of protein!
Ashley says
Perfect. Its all about protein for me too. I see some recipes where it calls for a specific type brand of protein powder only. I use Magnum Quattro so I’ll be making these today! Thank you ☺
Reese says
No problem! Enjoy them, girl!
Kim Hiscock says
Thanks for the recipe I am planning to try soon. I may buy protein powder at our local Bulk Barn so it won’t come with a scoop.Do you know how many tablespoons 1 scoop of the powder would be ? Thanks so much
Reese says
Hey, Kim! For most protein powders I have used for this recipe, I find one scoop is usually around or about 2 tablespoons. But the amount per scoop can vary between brands of protein powder. If you have a particular protein powder in mind, I would recommend Googling how many grams of powder are in a scoop of that company’s protein!
Sally says
Any idea of WW smart points. I calculate 4 which may be high
ReeseWoods says
The saturated fat is 0.3 grams and sugar content is 13.3 (some of that does include sugars from the fruit) per muffin. When entering this recipe into the WW calculator, it’s giving me a WW point estimation of 5 points. I count macros in my personal nutritional routine, so I’m not as familiar with the WW point program. But as with any food or recipe, I’d definitely recommend tracking and comparing it with your daily and weekly nutritional goals!
Leon S. says
Hi,
THIS recipe is just what I was looking for! I am using the blueberry lemon muffin mix tho so hopefully it turns just as good. Also, instead of applesauce can I use Greek yogurt?
Thank you
ReeseWoods says
I haven’t tried making it with Greek yogurt, but I’ve heard good things about using that as a butter substitute in baking! Since I’ve swapped apple sauce in as a butter replacement, I don’t see why you wouldn’t be able to try swapping in some Greek yogurt instead! 🙂
Leon S. says
Thanks, I’ll make sure to tag you on ig once I make em!
ReeseWoods says
Please do! I’m @reesewoodsfit on Instagram!
Renee C. Williams says
I used fat free mayo instead of applesauce or yogurt, and they came out beautifully
Reese Woods says
That sounds like a neat recipe adaptation! Thank you for taking the time to share!
Kaitlin says
Hi Reese,
Thanks for the recipe Inspo!
I was actually looking through Pinterest for Inspo on protein mug cakes and somehow ended up seeing your recipe on my timeline lol.
I think it’s because I posted a Kodiak cakes lemon almond poppy seed recipe a few days ago.
I substituted some ingredients to make lower cal and more vegan—not completely lol but I try. It turned out fabulous.
Instead of skim milk, I used half water and half silk 80 cal vanilla almond milk since I ran out of my silk 30 cal unsweetened almond milk. I also used 1up nutrition’s Vegan Vanilla Protein.
Im trying to stay away from a lot of sugars, so I also omitted the sugar and used a tablespoon of liquid vanilla stevia and a tblsp of honey to sweeten.
It’s like 1:30 here in NY and I didn’t feel like portioning them in to muffins so I threw it on a sheet pan. It basically turned out tasting like a protein blueberry pancake…just a little thicker. Definitely not sweet like a muffin should be so I plan to drizzle some honey on it when I eat it and maybe a little bit of dairy free yogurt to help.
I know your recipe tastes good with that sugar! You did a great job with the recipe.
Thanks again for the Inspo! Looking forward to binging all your content lol!
Sending good vibes!
ReeseWoods says
That actually sounds like a great recipe variation, Kaitlin! I love it! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and took the time to share it with me!
Nancy says
Hi! Do you have the nutrition facts for this recipe?
ReeseWoods says
Yes, Nancy! The calorie and macro nutrient count are listed under “Macros per Muffin”! Each muffin has 148 calories, 23.2 grams of carbs, 1.3 gram of fat and 8.3 grams of protein!
Jess says
I just made these and these are the first and only muffins I’ve been able to make with protein powder that actually fluffed up and are DELICIOUS!! SO good with some melted butter. I am absolutely keeping this and making them again. If anyone is wondering, I didn’t have the splenda mix so I used light brown sugar, almond milk, and Orgain Vanilla Plant Protein Powder. Everything else I left the same. SO SO SO SO SO SO good, so excited to have these for the week. Super easy to make too.
Reese Woods says
I’m so glad you loved the recipe, Jess! And that sounds like a great ingredient adaptation to make it work with stuff you already had available in your pantry! Thank you so much for taking the time to come back and leave a comment with some positive vibes (we need more people like you on the internet)!
Jenn says
Amazing. I made these today and they were so good. Thanks.
Reese Woods says
I’m so glad you enjoyed them! Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Bonnie Lyman says
Delicious recipe. If using protein-packed Kodiak mix does it bump up the grams of protein per muffin?
Reese Woods says
Yes, it will. Particularly if you use one of the “protein packed” Kodiak mix!
Kathy says
Hi. These were great. How do you asymptote them?
I put them in a ziplock bag and the last one (a week after baked) started molding. Any suggestions on keeping them longer?
Reese Woods says
Hey, Kathy! I address this question in the “prep tips” section of the post. With the fresh fruit and ingredients in this recipe, you are correct that these muffins will have a shorter shelf life than some recipes. If you’re making a large batch, I’d recommend you trying freezing any muffins you won’t be able to eat within a few days. Otherwise, I personally like to make smaller batches of this recipe (so everything tases fresh and nothing goes to waste). 🙂