
Keto “Apple” Spice Muffins
This recipe shows how to make flavorful, low-carb “apple” spice muffins that are nut-free and gluten-free.
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8 Muffins
Ingredients
- 120 grams coconut flour (about 1 cup)
- 121 grams granulated sweetener, adjust to taste (about 2/3 cup)I used golden monk fruit sweetener
- 15 grams baking powder (1 tbsp)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp apple pie spice (adjust to taste)
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 151 grams oil of choice (about 3/4 cup)
- 60 grams plain yogurt or sour cream, room temperature (1/4 cup)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp apple extract (optional, adjust to taste)
- 5 oz shredded zucchini
Brown “Sugar” Glaze
- 1/4 cup brown sugar sweetenerI used a brown monk fruit/allulose blend
- 1 tbsp milk of choice, room temperature
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray an 8-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
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In a large bowl, whisk the coconut flour, granulated sweetener, baking powder, salt and apple pie spice until evenly combined and free of lumps.
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Add the eggs and stir until the dry ingredients are moistened. Pour in the oil and mix until fully incorporated.
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Stir in the yogurt (or sour cream) and the extracts until the batter is smooth and uniform.
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Gently fold in the shredded zucchini until it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Let the batter rest in the bowl for about 5 minutes to allow the coconut flour to absorb excess moisture.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Press the batter into each cup so the tops are flat and compact.
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Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes so they firm up.
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Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing or serving.
Brown “Sugar” Glaze
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Whisk the brown sweetener and milk together with a fork until smooth. Drizzle the desired amount over each cooled muffin and let sit for at least 5 minutes so the glaze sets. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.