Description
Flourless Pumpkin Muffins are your new go-to for a cozy and healthy treat this fall. These gluten-free muffins are made with almond flour, offering a light and fluffy texture packed with rich pumpkin flavor. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, they’re quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts. Not only are they low in carbs, catering to keto diets, but they also deliver a delightful taste of autumn in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or enjoying a quiet morning at home, these muffins will satisfy your cravings while keeping things nutritious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond meal (or almond flour)
- 3 tbsp sugar (or granulated sugar-free sweetener)
- 1/2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg (or flax egg)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: almond meal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices.
- In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: pumpkin puree and egg.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fill each muffin cup three-quarters full and sprinkle mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for 10 minutes for mini muffins or 15 minutes for larger tins; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool before removing from the tin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 52
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 18mg