Easy and delicious, apple oat muffins are naturally gluten-free and have the best moist texture! They’re packed with delicious and nourishing ingredients to make them a fantastic addition to breakfast or a healthy snack.
Muffins have always been one of my favorite things to bake. They’re easy, freezer-friendly (I always make a ton for postpartum meal prep), and make the best quick breakfast or snack!
I also love baking with oat flour, and over the years I’ve made everything from oat flour banana muffins to pumpkin oat muffins. But these apple oat muffins are some of my all-time favorite muffins!
They’re so rich and moist thanks to the addition of yogurt (I use homemade yogurt, but you don’t have to). Plus the shredded apples add the perfect amount of sweet fruit flavor. Once you try them, these muffins will be a new favorite!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
Simple ingredients – You probably already have everything you need to make these muffins today!
Delicious apple flavor – These are made with shredded apples for plenty of flavor in every bite.
Moist texture – The ingredients are specifically chosen to give apple oat muffins a deliciously moist texture.
Make ahead recipe – These muffins freeze wonderfully, so they’re the perfect make ahead breakfast or snack.
Gluten free – This is the perfect snack for those who can’t have gluten!
Healthy muffin recipe – With no refined sugar or flour, you can feel great about eating these for breakfast or a snack!
How to Store
You can store cooled apple oat muffins in an airtight container on the counter for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days
How to Freeze
Muffins are one of the best recipes to freeze! To do so, first let the muffins cool completely. Then place them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
When you’re ready to eat them, thaw overnight in the fridge.
Tips for Success
Use full-fat diary yogurt – This will make for the richest muffins! However, if you’re dairy free, they will still be delicious with non-dairy yogurt.
Allow time for the oat flour to soak up the liquid – Make sure to let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
Generously grease the pan – This will help your muffins come right out without breaking or sticking.
Don’t over bake – When you insert a toothpick to check for doneness, there can still be a few moist crumbs on it.
Let partially cool before removing from the pan – If you can be patient, these muffins will pop out of the pan perfectly!
FAQs
Oats are naturally gluten free, however, some may be contaminated with gluten. If you’re sensitive to gluten, make sure to use certified gluten-free oats.
No, this recipe was created for oat flour, so you can’t use wheat flour, almond flour, or any other flour to make these muffins.
The best apples for this recipe are juicy, with a mix between sweet and tart. Gala apples are a good affordable choice.
There are a few things that help to make the best moist muffins!
– Use oil as the fat
– Add yogurt
– Let the batter rest in the fridge
– Avoid over-baking
Violet’s Tips for Serving
These muffins are delicious served with butter and a drizzle of honey, and they’re always a hit with kids and adults alike!
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Ingredients
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: First, in a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
Step 2: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, avocado oil, yogurt, coconut sugar, and vanilla.
Next add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
Step 3: Now fold in the shredded apples.
Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow time for the oat flour to soak up some of the liquid.
Step 4: Then preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a muffin pan. Once the batter is done resting, divide it evenly between 12 muffin cups.
Step 5: Place in the oven to bake for 25-28 minutes, until you can insert a toothpick and it comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
Let the muffins cool for 10 minutes before removing them from the pan.
Step 6: Enjoy with butter and honey as a delicious breakfast or snack!
If you try this recipe, let me know in the comments! Tag me on Instagram @violet_rightathome
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Apple Oat Muffins (Gluten-Free Muffin Recipe)
Easy, delicious & moist, gluten-free apple oat muffins are packed with nourishing ingredients and are a fantastic breakfast or snack!
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour (use certified gluten-free oat flour if the muffins need to be gluten free)
- 3 medium apples, peeled and shredded
- 1/2 cup avocado oil
- 1/3 cup yogurt
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oat flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, avocado oil, yogurt, coconut sugar, and vanilla.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Fold in the shredded apples.
- Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow time for the oat flour to soak up some of the liquid.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and grease a muffin pan.
- Divide the batter evenly between 12 muffin cups.
- Bake for 25-28 minutes, until you can insert a toothpick and it comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the muffins cool for 10 minutes before removing them from the pan.
Notes
- Full-fat dairy yogurt is my favorite for this recipe, though you can use non-dairy yogurt if you prefer.
- You can substitute brown or white sugar for the coconut sugar.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1 muffinAmount Per Serving: Calories: 213Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 274mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 2gSugar: 11gProtein: 4g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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