You don’t have to give up muffins on a gluten-free diet with these 10 delicious gluten-free muffins recipes, that are Paleo approved as well.
By making smart ingredient swaps it’s possible to bake delicious muffins while still being healthy and diet compliant.
There’s so many amazing gluten-free muffin out there, but we’ve singled out our 10 favorites from our archives, as well as from other bloggers.
Disclaimer: some of these recipes use honey or maple syrup. Here at Living Chirpy we believe in using whole ingredients with minimal processing (and no unpronounceable chemicals). If you’re trying to avoid sugar, even natural ones, then simply leave it out of the recipe, or use less than the recipe calls for. You can also substitute by whichever sweetener fits your personal diet.
What Is The Best Gluten-Free Flour For Muffins?
The best way to make gluten-free muffins from scratch is by using an appropriate gluten-free flour.
The most easily accessible flours these days are almond flour and coconut flour. These flour are also the most widely accepted by various diets.
Other gluten-free flours like oat flour and rice flour is also great, but not compliant to many other diets.
Why Are My Gluten-Free Muffins Dry?
To avoid dry muffins it’s usually a good idea to use a blend of flours to properly replicate the texture and flavor of regular flours.
If you’re not a serious baker, I’d suggest buying a good gluten-free flour mix that has already taken out all the guesswork and experimentation.
So, without further ado, let jump into these delicious Gluten-Free Muffins!
1. Banana Nut Muffins
If you love banana bread or similar treats, you'll love these easy paleo banana nut muffins. Using bananas as the only means of sweetening aka no added sugar/sweetener you’re good to have these for breakfast or as a healthy snack.
This recipe needs less than 30 minutes total and 11 simple ingredients.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Bananas, eggs, coconut oil, vanilla extract, almond vutter, coconut flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt and toasted walnuts.
- Calories: 187
- Net Carbs: 9g
( This recipe is from Bakerita )
2. Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Lemon muffins is one of my favorites! I'll take one of these with a cup of tea, please!
This recipes is gluten-free, grain-free and has no refined sugars. It needs just 10 simple ingredients and 30 minutes total.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, ghee, honey, vanilla extract, salt, coconut flour, baking soda and poppy seeds.
- Calories: 143kcal
- Carbs: 10g
( This recipe is from Cook Eat Paleo )
3. Almond Butter Blueberry Muffins
These are great for school lunch boxes, or to take on the road! They have the perfect muffin texture and flavor. Incredibly easy to make and you won’t believe they’re gluten-free!
This recipe needs 9 simple ingredients and 25 minutes total.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Eggs, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond flour, tapioca flour, baking soda, sea salt, blueberries.
(Nutritional Information Not Provided)
( This recipe is from Paleo Running Momma )
4. Carrot Cake Muffins
These are the best carrot cake muffins! Soft, fluffy and delicious. You’ll fool everyone with these!
This recipes needs just 10 ingredients and 30 minutes total.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, pecan nuts, coconut oil, honey, vanilla essence, carrots.
- Calories: 260kcal
- Carbs: 15g
( This recipe is from Living Chirpy)
5. Cranberry Orange Muffins
These warm zesty muffins are a great for breakfast. Gluten-Free and diary-free!
You need just 9 ingredients and 35 minutes to make these yummy muffins.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Almond flour, baking soda, sea salt, orange, eggs, honey, ghee/coconut oil, orange juice, cranberries.
- Calories: 209kcal
- Carbs: 11g
( This recipe is from Cook Eat Paleo )
6. Sticky Coffee Cake Muffins
This is an easy blender recipe, and you don't need to any more convincing to make these. Delicious for breakfast or with a cup of coffee.
You need just 11 simple ingredients and 30 minutes to make those yummy recipes.
Ingredients You‘ll Need:
Sour cream/buttermilk, eggs, banana, maple syrup, almond flour, salt, vanilla extract, cinnamon, pecan nuts.
(Nutritional Information Not Provided)
( This recipe is from Cotter Crunch )
7. Peach Cobbler Muffins
Simple, healthy and made in just one bowl. They’re a great on-the-go snack and kids love them too!
You need just 10 ingredients and 28 minutes to make these delicious peachy muffins.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Eggs, coconut oil, honey, vanilla extract, almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, fresh peaches.
(Nutritional Information Not Provided)
( This recipe is from Lexi's Clean Kitchen )
8. Apple Maple Muffins
These tasty muffins are incredibly easy and sweetened with maple syrup and a strong apple flavor.
12 simple ingredients and 45 minutes is all you need to make this delicious recipe!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, eggs, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, apples.
(Nutritional Information Not Provided)
( This recipe is from Texanerin Baking )
8. Strawberry Muffins
These strawberry muffins are light and fluffy, and a great addition to your lunch. There’s even a dairy-free option!
You need just 9 simple ingredients, and 35 minutes to make these delicious muffins!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Almond flour, baking soda, salt, eggs, honey, ghee, coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla extract, fresh strawberries.
- Calories: 209kcal
- Carbs: 11g
( This recipe is from Cook Eat Paleo )
10. Pumpkin Muffins
These are great for autumn or any other time of the year! The whole family will love them!
This recipe needs just 11 easy ingredients and 35 minutes to make!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, eggs, pumpkin puree, coconut oil, vanilla extract, honey, chopped pecans.
(Nutritional Information Not Provided)
( This recipe is from Gluten-Free Homemaker )
In Conclusion:
There’s no need to deprive yourself of muffins for a gluten-free diet! When you’re craving a warm and tasty muffin, it’s completely possible to make a compliant version of most of your favorite types of muffins.
Did You Make One Of These Gluten-Free Muffins?
If you made one of these yummy recipes that we rounded-up for you – please let us know in the comments how it turned out for you! If you have any improvements or other delicious gluten-free muffin recipes of your own – let us and other readers know as well!
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