🍏 Almond Apple Cinnamon Muffins

There’s nothing quite like the smell of warm apple and cinnamon wafting from the oven. These Almond Apple Cinnamon Muffins are not only incredibly delicious and satisfying, but they’re also a fantastic, wheat-free, low GI and wholesome choice, perfect for a snack or even a light dessert.

Made with nutrient-dense almond flour, they offer a great balance of natural fats, protein, and natural sweetness. They’re a true guilt-free pleasure you can feel great about enjoying!

📝 The Recipe

This recipe is simple, uses minimal ingredients, and comes together in a snap.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups almond flour
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup honey 
• 1/4 cup (60g) melted butter 
• 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon genuine vanilla extract
• A pinch of sea salt

Directions

1. Preheat Oven & Prep: Preheat your oven to 150C (300F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the pan well.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Ensure the baking powder and soda are evenly distributed.
4. Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
5. Fold in Apple: Gently fold in the finely diced apple pieces.
6. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
7. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

 

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📊 Nutritional Breakdown

This recipe yields 12 standard-sized muffins.

The following are the approximate macronutrients per muffin:

Note: These figures are estimates based on the ingredients and standard nutritional databases. They will vary slightly based on the exact size of your apple and the precise measurements of honey and butter used.

Enjoy your baking! These muffins are a perfect, nourishing addition to your healthy lifestyle.