Gluten-Free Apple Muffins

Soft, moist, and bursting with the comforting flavors of fresh apples and cinnamon, these Gluten-Free Apple Muffins are the perfect treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This easy-to-follow recipe combines fluffy gluten-free all-purpose flour with the warm spice of ground cinnamon, tender diced apples, and a hint of vanilla for a wholesome, bakery-quality muffin that’s completely gluten-free. With a lightly golden top and a tender crumb, these muffins are finished in just 35 minutes from start to finish, making them ideal for busy mornings or last-minute baking. Serve them warm with a pat of butter, or enjoy them on their own for a naturally sweet and satisfying treat that's sure to please the whole family!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup buttermilk
• 2 medium apples, peeled and diced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until combined.

Step 5

Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in 3 parts, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix gently after each addition until just combined.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	829.3 grams (829.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1986

Total Fat 64.60g	83%
Saturated Fat 33.70g	169%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 509mg	170%
Sodium 2990mg	130%
Total Carbohydrate 351.20g	128%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 177.10g
Protein 21.40g	43%

Vitamin D 143IU	717%
Calcium 265mg	20%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 549mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.1%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 67.8%