Apple Oatmeal Muffins

These moist and delicious muffins combine almond flour, quick-cooking oatmeal, and grated apple, lightly sweetened with a sugar substitute and flavored with cinnamon. They make the perfect snack or dessert.

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour (GI: 0)
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking oatmeal (GI: 55)
• 1 medium apple, grated (GI: 36)
• 1/4 cup sugar substitute (GI: varies, typically around 0)
• 1/2 cup cow's milk (GI: 31)
• 2 large eggs (GI: 0)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (GI: 0)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder (GI: 0)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (GI: 0)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (GI: 0)
• Optional: 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (GI: 15)

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, quick-cooking oatmeal, sugar substitute, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the cow's milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the grated apple (and walnuts, if using).
5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Flavor Profile Explanation

These Apple Oatmeal Muffins have a warm, comforting flavor with the sweetness of apple and a touch of cinnamon. The almond flour gives a rich, nutty taste that pairs perfectly with the wholesome oats.

Serving Size

Makes about 12 muffins. Serving size: 1 muffin.

Nutritional Facts