Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffins

Name: Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffins
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups gluten-free oats blended ((I use Trader Joe’s Gluten-Free Rolled Oats and blend them in a blender)); 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/4 cup coconut sugar; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 2 apples ((1 apple grated and 1 apple diced)); 2 eggs; ½ cup greek yogurt; ¼ cup maple syrup; 2 teaspoons vanilla

by Kaileigh Gaffney on Dec 13, 2022 (updated Mar 27, 2023) 2 comments

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A stack of four Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffins with several muffins behind it. A bottle of milk is in the background.

These Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffins are a faster and lower sugar spin on my Apple Cinnamon Bread that I love making around the holidays! Sift some powdered sugar on top of them after they cool for a festive holiday feel! These Apple Muffins are made with gluten-free oats and yogurt making them flourless protein muffins!

Why You’ll Love These Apple Muffins

Gluten-free. Making them enjoyable for anyone who’s not able to have gluten.

Toddler-approved. My toddler loves these muffins! They are low in sugar compared to many muffin recipes and have lots of nutrients in them like Vitamin C, fiber, and protein!

Protein-filled. I added yogurt to these muffins to give them a protein boost!

A gluten-free apple protein muffin with a bite out of it. More muffins are sitting behind it as well as a bottle of milk, a small Christmas tree, and cinnamon sticks.

Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffin Ingredients

Gluten-free oats (blended to form a flour)

Baking soda + baking powder

Cinnamon

Coconut sugar

Salt

Apples

Eggs

Greek yogurt

Maple syrup

Vanilla

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How to Make Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffins

STEP 1

In a blender or food processor, blend oats until they turn into a flour consistency. Add the oats to a large bowl followed by the baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, coconut sugar, and salt, and mix well.

STEP 2

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the shredded apple, most of the diced apple (reserve some for topping the muffins), eggs, greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla. Then pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined.

STEP 3

Scoop batter into muffin liners and fill to the brim of each liner. Top with remaining apple pieces and bake in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean when inserted in the middle of a muffin.

How to Store Gluten-Free Apple Protein Muffins

How to Store: Once muffins have cooled, store them in an air-tight container or Ziploc bag in the fridge for 3-5 days. I love warming my muffins up for about 30 seconds and slathering a little butter on them when I’m ready to eat any leftovers!

How to Freeze: Allow muffins to cool completely before storing. Once cooled, transfer to a freezer-safe air-tight container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw on the countertop at room temperature or heat in the microwave until heated through. You may want to heat them in the oven for a few minutes to get them a little crispy/firm on the outside again.

An apple muffin with it's liner opened. More muffins sit behind it as well as a bottle of milk, a small Christmas tree, pinecones, and a cinnamon stick.

More Gluten-Free Sweet Recipes to Try!

Gluten-Free Almond Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Healthy Banana Zucchini Bread (Gluten-Free)

Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Fudgy Vegan Date Brownies

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