Paleo Apple Cinnamon Muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day or enjoy as a snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, coconut oil, and fresh apples, these muffins are grain-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, making them perfect for those following a paleo diet. The natural sweetness of the apples pairs beautifully with the warmth of cinnamon, while the almond flour gives these muffins a moist and tender crumb. They’re easy to make and packed with flavor, making them a nutritious treat that feels indulgent but is completely guilt-free.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with coconut oil.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped apple and nuts, if using.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your Paleo Apple Cinnamon Muffins as a tasty, healthy treat that’s perfect for any time of day!
