Muffins are one of my favorite foods to prep in advance and refrigerate, or freeze, for later. Freezer smoothie packs, shredded chicken (so many uses), broth (for soup) or soup, and pancakes rank amongst my favorite foods to prep, too.

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Naturally, most of us think of muffins as a breakfast food, but they are much more than that. I love to add muffins to the kid’s lunchboxes, especially when paired with a thermos soup or finger foods (cheese, fruit, veggies, and a dip). And the portable nature of muffins make them a nourishing snack option even on the busiest of afternoons.

Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins

Lately, I’ve been making a new muffin recipe during my prep time, one that’s inspired by homemade carrot cake. The muffins have quickly become a favorite with my family, including my “picky” eater.

Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins

I love mixing flours to create different textures and flavors in baked goods, and this recipe is definitely evidence of that. The almond flour adds natural sweetness and keeps the muffins incredibly moist, even after freezing and reheating. And oat flour is added to balance the texture and taste of the muffins.

Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins

Yes, the muffins are (naturally) gluten-free, but even if you’re not gluten-free (*raises hand*) I highly recommend making these muffins. I think you’re going to love them. Because who doesn’t love the idea of enjoying (a nourishing) dessert for breakfast?

Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins

Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins
5 from 2 votes

Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins (One-Bowl, Gluten-Free)

Naturally-sweetened almond flour and oat muffins that taste like carrot cake. 
Kristin Marr
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Course Breakfast, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Muffins
Calories 267 kcal

Ingredients

Special Equipment:

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a 12-cavity muffin pan with muffin liners. 
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: melted butter, applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in the shredded carrots. 
  • Add the dry ingredients to the bowl: oat flour, almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine the ingredients. Add the coconut flakes, and stir until incorporated throughout the batter. 
  • Divide the muffin mixture evenly among the muffin cups. I use an ice cream scooper. 
  • Bake for 22 minutes, until the centers are firm to the touch.
  • Let the muffins cool before enjoying. The muffins will keep in the fridge for about a week, or may be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 204mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2330IUVitamin C: 0.9mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 1.5mg
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Almond-Oat Carrot Cake Muffins

 

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6 Comments

  1. It’s breakfast for dinner tonight ( my favorite), and these are on the menu! We all love muffins, and I love sneaking in veggies!! Win! Win!

    1. Hey FM, Hmmm, they shouldn’t rise like wheat muffins–big and puffy. They’ll only rise slightly. Does that sound like your muffins? If not, possibly the baking powder is just not working (it can happen-baking powder can expire).