Nut-Free Almond Muffins

Satisfy your muffin cravings with these light, fluffy, and irresistibly fragrant Nut-Free Almond Muffins! Perfectly crafted for those with nut allergies, this recipe uses nut-free almond essence to deliver that classic almond flavor without any actual nuts. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these muffins are elevated with unsweetened applesauce for natural moisture and a tender crumb. Ready in just 35 minutes, these nut-free treats make an ideal breakfast, snack, or dessert and pair beautifully with coffee or tea. Easy to bake and family-friendly, these muffins stay fresh for days, making them perfect for meal prepping or sharing at any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup Milk
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Almond essence (nut-free)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with a non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until they are well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients by combining applesauce, milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and almond essence. Whisk them together until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or a wooden spoon, gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.

Step 5

Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Enjoy warm or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	867.1 grams (867.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2661

Total Fat 119.60g	153%
Saturated Fat 20.00g	100%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.30g
Cholesterol 383mg	128%
Sodium 2276mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 360.30g	131%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 170.20g
Protein 41.60g	83%

Vitamin D 136IU	678%
Calcium 248mg	19%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 688mg	15%

*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: 40.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 53.7%