Almond Flour Lemon Blueberry Muffins Recipe
Delight in these moist and flavorful Almond Flour Lemon Blueberry Muffins, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Made with nutrient-rich almond flour, fresh blueberries, and a zesty lemon twist, these gluten-free muffins are lightly sweetened with maple syrup and monk fruit, offering a naturally sweet and tangy treat that’s both satisfying and wholesome.
- Author: Marco
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour (organic, fine)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp monk fruit (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Zest of 1 large lemon (or 2 small lemons)
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large organic eggs
- 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup organic maple syrup
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or silicone liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, monk fruit sweetener, salt, lemon zest, and baking powder until well combined. This ensures an even distribution of flavors and leavening agents.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and eggs to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, consistent batter without any lumps.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the batter, taking care not to crush them, to maintain bursts of fruity flavor in each muffin.
- Fill Muffin Liners: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the centers are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack or serving. This resting time helps them firm up for perfect texture.
Notes
- You can substitute monk fruit with an equal amount of your preferred natural sweetener if desired.
- For a dairy-free version, try using a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- Fresh blueberries work best, but frozen can be used if thawed and drained well.
- Make sure to use fine almond flour for a better crumb and texture in the muffins.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
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