Description
Flourless Pumpkin Muffins are a delightful and nutritious treat that embodies the essence of autumn in every bite. These gluten-free muffins, made with almond meal, offer a perfect blend of flavors, ideal for a cozy breakfast or an anytime snack. With their simple ingredients and quick preparation, they cater to various dietary needs while delivering a moist and delicious experience. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or seeking a healthy dessert option, these muffins are easy to make and sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- Optional: handful of mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In one bowl, mix together the almond meal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree and egg (or flax egg) until smooth.
- Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients gently until just mixed; fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Fill the muffin tin evenly with the batter.
- Bake for about 10 minutes for mini muffins (15 minutes for larger sizes) until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts & Sweets
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg