Description
Experience the delight of Flourless Pumpkin Muffins, a wholesome treat perfect for any occasion. These muffins harmoniously blend the rich flavor of pumpkin with almond meal, resulting in a moist and fluffy texture that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Ideal for a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack, they are gluten-free and low in sugar, making them suitable for various dietary preferences. Enjoy these delicious bites throughout the Fall season or whenever you crave a healthy indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond meal (or almond flour)
- 3 tbsp sugar (or granulated sugar-free sweetener)
- 1/2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg (or flax egg)
- Optional: handful of mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond meal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree and egg until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups and top with mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake for 10 minutes for mini muffins or 15 minutes for regular-sized muffins, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let cool briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 93mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 19mg