These Paleo Apple Cinnamon Muffins are not only delicious, but easy to make! The perfect healthy muffin, these are naturally sweetened, gluten free and dairy-free!
Apple cinnamon muffins
One bowl and 7 squeaky clean ingredients is all that stands between you and these easy peasy Apple Cinnamon Almond Butter Muffins. Sweetened by nature and serving up some serious healthy fat and protein, these muffins are the perfect thing to start the day off right or to keep on hand for a healthy snack! Naturally Paleo, gluten free and dairy-free!
The muffin queen
One thing I never dreamed (in a million years) that I would be called is The Muffin Queen.
I mean, who would think they would earn that kind of title? Its oddly specific. But it is something many people on the internet refer to me as. The Muffin Queen.
And I kinda get it. I do make many muffins. I do eat many muffins. And I have a special place in my heart for anything that can be cooked in a muffin tin (check out my Veggie-Loaded Mini Meatloaves). Its just one of those quirky things that I rock with pride. The Muffin Queen.
And here I am, baking in a muffin tin again…but this time with a fall flare – apple cinnamon muffins recipe!
Does anything say fall quite like the combination of apples and cinnamon? I think not! Just the smell of them together sends me back to my childhood in Maine, apple picking with my family and munching on fresh apple cider donuts.
It’s a heavenly combination that is perfect for fall, but also a year round favorite of many!
And making this warm flavor combo into a delicious and healthy gluten free muffin couldn’t be easier with these Apple Cinnamon Almond Butter Muffins!
These muffins are based off my oh-so popular and loved Almond Butter Blueberry Zucchini Muffins…but with a fall twist! Just as magically spongy as the original recipe but with the warm flavors of autumn…you are going to fall head over heels for this ridiculously simple recipe!
Recipe Notes
- Is almond butter not your jam? Thats cool, you can make these with creamy natural peanut butter too if Paleo isn’t a priorly!
- Want to add a little veggie goodness to these apple cinnamon muffins? Reduce the apples to 3/4 cup and add 1/2 cup of grated carrots to the batter! So yum!
- Adjust the sweetness to your personal preference. Need these a little sweeter? Feel free to bump up the honey/syrup to 1/3 of a cup. Do you want to keep sugar to a minimum? Skip the honey/syrup in this recipe and let the apples do all the sweetening! They will be mildly sweet, have a lovely nutty flavor from the almond butter.
Suggested adaptations
- Is almond butter not your jam? That’s cool, you can make these with creamy natural peanut butter too if Paleo isn’t a priority!
- Want to add a little veggie goodness to them? Reduce the apples to 3/4 cup and add 1/2 cup of grated carrots to the batter! So yum!
- Adjust the sweetness to your personal preference. Need these a little sweeter? Feel free to bump up the honey/syrup to 1/3 of a cup. Do you want to keep sugar to a minimum? Skip the honey/syrup in this recipe and let the apples do all the sweetening! They will be mildly sweet, have a lovely nutty flavor from the almond butter.
Other muffin recipes you are going to adore…
- Sweet Potato Peanut Butter Muffins
- Paleo Almond Butter Blueberry Zucchini Muffins
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Gingerbread Muffins
- Paleo Banana Muffins
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Paleo Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup diced apples, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350℉ and line a muffin tin with 9 liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine almond butter, honey/maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and baking soda. Mix with a spoon until well blended the batter is smooth.
- Add 3/4 cup of apples. Fold in until everything is well incorporated.
- Portion out the batter between the 9 prepared muffin holes. Top the muffins with the remaining apples.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the toothpick inserted into the middle of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool 15 minutes before enjoying! Store cooled leftovers in fridge for up to 5 days….not that they will last that long, as they are sure to be gobbled up before then!
Notes
- Is almond butter not your jam? Thats cool, you can make these with creamy natural peanut butter too if Paleo isn’t a priorly!
- Want to add a little veggie goodness to them? Reduce the apples to 3/4 cup and add 1/2 cup of grated carrots to the batter! So yum!
- Adjust the sweetness to your personal preference. Need these a little sweeter? Feel free to bump up the honey/syrup to 1/3 of a cup. Do you want to keep sugar to a minimum? Skip the honey/syrup in this recipe and let the apples do all the sweetening! They will be mildly sweet, have a lovely nutty flavor from the almond butter.
Nutrition
The nutritional information is provided as an estimate only and may vary based on the product type, servings and other factors. If you are following a diet, please consult with a professional nutritionist or your doctor. Stay healthy!
Rats! I don’t have muffin liners, we just usual coat the muffin tin in coconut oil, is that okay? Recipe sounds great!!!
I am loving all of these flour free recipes on your blog, keep them coming! I am really excited to try these.
I’m so glad!
Just made these tonight. Y. U. M.
Can I use Sunbutter instead of the Almond butter?
You can, however a quick heads up. The sunbutter reacts with the baking soda in this recipe and will turn the muffins green. They will totally taste great and be fine….but green.
Hi! I’m new to this website and baking in general!
I am a nanny and was wondering if there is an option for making it nut free but also no seeds ( due to allergies at the preschool, not the children I care for)so sunbutter & almond butter/peanut are out? the toddler loves these & green smoothie are his FAVORITE!
Thank you!
Just made these and they are so delicious! Love so many of your recipes!
Just made these, yum! Do they freeze well?
Great simple recipe that can be done in less than 10 minutes. I love how you can substitute other fruits and veggies. Great recipe that I feel good serving my family. Thank you 🙂
My kids do not like to see big fruit pieces. Can I chop the apples really small?
Absolutely! I would suggest grating it
Could you sub flax-eggs in these?
Unfortunately, I have not had success making my nut butter based muffin recipes egg-free. Flax eggs did not work for me.
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I think I could eat these without stopping – they are just too good!