Description
Warm, cozy, and gluten-free, these Flourless Apple Cinnamon Muffins are naturally sweetened with bananas and packed with apples, oats, and protein for the perfect breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
2 medium apples, peeled and finely chopped
2 large eggs
2 ripe bananas, mashed (for natural sweetness)
1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
½ cup cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
Step 2: Blend the Base
In a blender or food processor, combine bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, vanilla, and honey (if using). Blend until smooth.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Step 4: Fold in Apples
Gently fold in the chopped apples, saving a few small pieces to sprinkle on top of each muffin.
Step 5: Bake
Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tin. Bake for 20–24 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and tops are lightly golden.
Step 6: Cool & Serve
Let muffins cool for a few minutes before removing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature — perfect with coffee or tea!
Notes
Equipment Needed
- Blender or food processor
- Muffin tin
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Notes & Variations
- Apples: Sweet apples like Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji work best.
- Dairy-Free: Use a dairy-free yogurt alternative instead of cottage cheese.
- Vegan Option: Replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water per egg).
- Add-ins: Chopped walnuts, pecans, raisins, or cranberries add extra flavor and texture.
- Spice Boost: Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for more warmth.
Nutrition Facts (per muffin, approx.)
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Cuisine: American