Cinnamon Apple Muffins

These are naturally sweet and low carb. Not bad when eating less sugar. This recipe makes 6 muffins, so double for a larger batch.


2 tbs avocado oil
3 eggs
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/8c unsweetened almond milk
1t vanilla extract
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon pumpkin protein powder, optional
2 teaspoon sunflower seeds


Preheat oven to 350°F. Line muffin tin with 6 paper liners.
Mix dry ingredients in large bowl (almond flour, flaxseed, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt).
In separate bowl, whisk eggs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla.
Pour wet into dry, mix until just combined.
Fold in diced apple and nuts (if using).

Divide batter into 6 muffins.
Bake 22-25 min until golden and toothpick comes out clean.
Cool 5 min in pan, transfer to wire rack.


**Per muffin:** ~9-10g net carbs (apple adds carbs but provides fiber and natural sweetness), ~6g protein.

Lightly sweet, warm spices, perfect for breakfast!


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