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Pumpkin Apple Muffins (gluten free and paleo)

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one muffin popping out of muffin tin

WooHoo!  It’s pumpkin season again, and I’m celebrating with a new muffin recipe. 

I’m a total summer time girl, but I have to admit that I’m a little excited that baking season is happening again.  I forget how much I love to bake because I barely turn on the oven in the hot summer months. But I’m back at it and kicking off the season with a little muffin love for you all.

I’ve made 3 dozen muffins in the past 24 hours trying to get it just right.  No one around here seems to be complaining because we have all been stuffing our faces with moist, delicious pumpkin goodness.

Attempt #3 is definitely the winner.  The last 2 were OK but not totally pretty like I like my food.  I added a fun little apple topping that sealed deal.

3 muffins in a muffin pan

These muffins embody everything you could ask for in a fall time treat:

Easy: Because school is back in session and life is back to being full and busy. Muffins are simple to throw together, they are great as a make ahead breakfast, and they pack easily for an on the go snack. You can also freeze them for later.

Cozy: Who doesn’t love the smell of sweet, cinnamony goodness from the oven on a cool day? These lightly spiced muffins just scream Autumn with all of that pumpkin and apple deliciousness. And that sweet apple topping!  It’s pure perfection.

Good for You: With all of the protein rich almond flour and eggs, plus pumpkin and apples, you can feel good about indulging in a couple of these muffins.  No gluten, grains, or refined sugars.  Only real food ingredients.

twelve muffins in a muffin pan

OK, clearly I am in love with these muffins.  And I may have eaten WAY more than my fair share.  But I do hope that you get inspired to make them.  They are a total crowd pleaser (ask anyone in my household!).

close up of an orange muffin with apples chunks on top

Happy Fall, lovely people!

xo,

Katja

Pumpkin Apple Muffins (gluten free and paleo) ~ www.savorylotus.com

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Pumpkin Apple Muffins (gluten free and paleo)

★★★★★ 5 from 9 reviews
  • Author: Katja from Savory Lotus
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 22 min
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 12 large muffins 1x
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Ingredients

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FOR TOPPING

  • 1/2 cup diced apple (1/4 inch cubes)
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar (like this)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder

FOR MUFFINS

  • 1 and 1/2 cups almond flour (I use THIS fine,blanched brand)
  • 1/2 cup arrowroot powder (like this)
  • 2 tbsp coconut flour (like this)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup diced apple (1/4 inch cubes)
  • 3 eggs
  • 6 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, ghee, or butter – melted
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree (I use THIS BPA free brand)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar (I use THIS raw brand)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350’F.  Line muffin tray with muffin liners.
  2. Prepare topping by combining 1/2 cup cubed apple with 1 tablespoon coconut sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.  Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, arrowroot, coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.  Mix in 1 cup of chopped apples.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, melted fat of choice, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
  5. Add wet to dry and mix until thoroughly combined. Divide batter evenly between 12 muffin cup. Tap muffin tin onto counter to get batter to settle evenly. Sprinkle apple/cinnamon topping over each muffin.
  6. Bake 22-25 minutes, until golden and firm to touch in the center. Cool on baking rack.  Enjoy!

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  1. Renee says

    September 25, 2017 at 11:11 am

    Can’t wait to try these! We have muffins and eggs every Thursday morning on our school breakfast rotation and we will try these soon!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      September 26, 2017 at 10:22 am

      Hope you guys enjoy them,Renee.

      Reply
  2. Jean says

    September 25, 2017 at 3:59 pm

    All those attempts were so worth it because these look gorgeous! Such a great way to start a Fall day.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      September 26, 2017 at 9:56 am

      Thanks, Jean! My family definitely was not complaining about all of the muffins.

      Reply
  3. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    September 27, 2017 at 8:49 am

    These are absolutely fall perfection, and I just love muffins to take a long for a quick snack or a leisurely weekend breakfast!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      September 27, 2017 at 11:49 am

      I’m a muffin girl, too! I could eat several of these for breakfast. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Brenda says

    September 27, 2017 at 10:17 am

    I just made these muffins and they are SUPERB! Thank you for another fabulous recipe that I will make again and again!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      September 27, 2017 at 11:48 am

      Yay! I love hearing that. Glad you enjoyed them. My family keeps asking me to make them again and again too. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Hilary says

    September 28, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    These muffins have fabulous flavor and texture – even more so the following day. I made them for the first time yesterday and shared them with several friends (none who eat gluten free baked goods). They loved them! I will definitely make these again. Thank you for developing the recipe Katja!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      September 29, 2017 at 6:11 am

      So glad you enjoyed them. Thanks so much for the feedback, Hilary. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Becky Winkler says

    September 29, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    Pumpkin and apple go so well together, and who can say no to muffins? Wish I were eating one of these right now!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:24 pm

      Yes! I never say no to muffins. I wish I could send one right over, Becky.

      Reply
  7. Janelle says

    September 29, 2017 at 5:49 pm

    My daughter is allergic to almonds and egg. I’m thinking I could sub hazelnut flour for the almond. But I’m not sure what to do about the eggs. I’m still learning how to make egg replacements. Any ideas? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:25 pm

      Hi, Janelle! I have to admit that I do not do much egg free baking. I know some people use chia eggs and flax eggs. Or even egg substitute. Let me know if you try it. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    September 30, 2017 at 6:59 pm

    So much YES to these muffins!!! I love the apple chunks in there too. This flavor combo is one of my favorites for fall.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:23 pm

      Thanks, Emily! Happy Fall!

      Reply
  9. Holley @ ThePrimalDesire.com says

    October 1, 2017 at 11:27 am

    I adore all things fall, summer be gone bring on the baking and apples and pumpkins! YUM!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:22 pm

      Seriously! I agree.

      Reply
  10. ChihYu says

    October 1, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    I love pumpkin !! And m]pumpkin muffins is probably one of my favorite type of flavor in the world. Yum !!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:21 pm

      Me, too! I’m so excited pumpkin season is here.

      Reply
  11. Cristina Curp says

    October 1, 2017 at 8:55 pm

    wowza! These are just perfection! Thanks for a bulletproof recipe!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 1, 2017 at 9:21 pm

      Thanks, Cristina!

      Reply
  12. STACEY CRAWFORD says

    October 2, 2017 at 8:05 am

    Oh so yummy! All those apple cinnamon covered chunks are making me want these so bad!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 2, 2017 at 9:45 am

      The topping is my favorite part!!

      Reply
  13. Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says

    October 2, 2017 at 8:53 am

    Dang these look good! I would just gobble them up.

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 2, 2017 at 9:45 am

      Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply
  14. Darryl says

    October 2, 2017 at 9:57 am

    These look so amazing! Can’t wait to try these!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 3, 2017 at 11:29 am

      Thanks, Darryl!

      Reply
  15. Kelsey Renee | Blue Cheese Bungalow says

    October 3, 2017 at 7:03 am

    I LOVE Muffins and anything pumpkin so I can’t wait to try these. Great recipe! pinning!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 3, 2017 at 11:28 am

      Thank you for sharing. Enjoy!

      Reply
  16. Tara Holly says

    November 4, 2017 at 8:49 am

    These were fabulous!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      November 4, 2017 at 12:31 pm

      That makes me happy to hear. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Aviva says

    October 22, 2018 at 7:12 pm

    Can I leave out the arrowroot flour? Have everything else, except that.

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      October 23, 2018 at 1:17 pm

      Yes, just add a bit more almond flour to make up for it. 🙂

      Reply
  18. Sheena says

    December 19, 2019 at 5:41 pm

    Perfect flavor and texture! SUCH a keeper

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      January 15, 2020 at 3:16 pm

      Yay! Texture is so important in GF baking. Glad you enjoyed them. 🙂

      Reply

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