Description
These Easy Whole30 Cinnamon Apple Muffins are a delicious and healthy breakfast option, made with cassava flour and naturally sweetened with fruit. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, these moist muffins feature diced apples and a hint of vanilla, providing a wholesome and satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups cassava flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, no added sugar
- 1/2 cup finely diced apple, peeled if desired
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil, cooled slightly
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare muffin pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with parchment liners or grease it well to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cassava flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and fine sea salt until evenly combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and fresh lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredient bowl. Stir gently until a thick batter forms, being careful not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
- Fold in diced apple: Evenly fold the finely diced apple pieces into the batter, distributing them throughout.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake the muffins: Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the muffin tops are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents sogginess.
Notes
- For extra apple flavor, use a mix of sweet and tart apples.
- These muffins are naturally sweetened only with fruit.
- Store muffins in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.
