Morning Glory Muffins (made with Almond Flour)
These Morning Glory Muffins are a delicious, wholesome way to start your day! This recipe is gluten and grain-free and full of healthy fruits and veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 cup flaxseed meal
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup grated apple
- zest of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or other chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, flaxseed meal, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and coconut sugar.
- Next add the eggs, maple syrup, oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the grated carrots, grated apple, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the wet mixture.
- Mix the batter well and set aside. Line your muffin pan with paper liners and spoon the batter into each muffin tin, filling 3/4 full. Sprinkle to top of each muffin with chopped nuts.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 260
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