No Processed Sugar Almond Zucchini Muffins
In my house muffins are a staple. I make a big batch almost every other week and it's guaranteed that there is always some in the freezer. I do this because muffins are quick, easy, and portable making an ideal snack. These almond zucchini muffins are all of that and more.
Like everything, not all muffins are created equal and it's my personal goal to make sure our muffins are as healthy as possible. This means I try and use different flours, add in extra healthy ingredients, and above all, try to keep our muffins processed sugar-free.
For this recipe, banana and maple syrup create a sweet flavor while the almond meal and zucchini give the muffins a nutrient boost.
I personally love sneaking veggies into my daughter's snacks (especially with the use of green shakes!) and these muffins are no exception.
They're quick, simple and super tasty. They make the perfect on-the-go snack snuck into a diaper bag and are tasty enough to bring to your next family brunch. Just photographing them I made four. Sigh.. they are just too tasty not to munch on!
Ingredients
- 2.5 bananas
- 1 medium zucchini, shredded
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (I used cloud nine)
- ½ cup almond meal
- 1teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon + 1 tablespoon for topping
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped almonds for topping
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How To Make The Recipe
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
In a large bowl combine all dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl add the banana and vanilla. Mash to combine.
Add remaining wet ingredients to the mashed banana and mix well.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients together and mix in the zucchini.
Spray a muffin tin (or silicone muffin cups) with non stick spray and portion batter into the cups.
Top each muffin with almonds and cinnamon.
Bake for 22 minutes turning one halfway through.
Makes 12 muffins.
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Healthy Almond Zucchini Muffins
Equipment
- Muffin tin
- Mixing bowl
- Trigger ice cream scoop
- Silicone muffin mold
Ingredients
- 2.5 bananas
- 1 medium zucchini shredded
- 1 cup all purpose flour gluten-free, could nine
- ½ cup almond meal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon + 1 tablespoon for topping
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped almonds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl combine all dry ingredients.
- In a medium bowl add the banana and vanilla. Mash to combine.
- Add remaining wet ingredients to the mashed banana and mix well.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients together and mi in the zucchini.
- Spray a muffin tin (or silicone muffin cups) with non stick spray and portion batter into the cups. Top each muffin with almonds and cinnamon.
- Bake for 22 minutes turning one halfway through.
Nutrition
If you're looking for a quick, tasty and healthy snack you've found it! These almond zucchini muffins are perfect to share with friends and healthy enough for your toddler. With no processed sugar and the addition of a vegetable these muffins are definitely worth making!
Courtney
Another yummy recipe!! These look delicious. I need to put some time aside to try these out.
fitasamamabear
Thanks Courtney! This is a super simple one which makes it awesome (who has time for long hours in the kitchen!?)
Jenn
These look really good and I always like it when I can incorporate some veggies in to baked goods!
fitasamamabear
Sneaking in veggies is always fun! These are a tasty batch- enjoy them!
Emily at theexpatmama.com
Oh these look like a great snack idea for kiddies! I'll need to track down some of the ingredients to give them a go- do you have any website recommendations that ship internationally? I don't know where I'd buy almond meal...thanks!
fitasamamabear
They're definitely a tasty one and a nice way to sneak in veggies 😉 Is it just the almond meal you need? If so, you can actually just grind up the almonds directly until they resemble a flour! If there`s others though let me know and I`ll grab you a link 🙂
Janr
Looks delicious!!! I like the combo of zucchini and almonds.
fitasamamabear
Same here! Zucchini goes with everything to me though 😀
Patricia
Sounds yummy! I've never actually had these before, but these seem really good! My favorite muffins (that I've tried) are blueberry muffins. I made some once at a friend's house.
fitasamamabear
Mmm blueberry are delicious too! This is a nice way to sneak in extra veggies though 😉
Farrah
I haven't baked anything in the longest time, but plan to once it cools down a bit--these look awesome! :] I need to go get some zucchini!
fitasamamabear
Thanks Farrah! Zucchini is awesome to bake with because it`s so versatile!
Esperanza Scotto
I love zucchini bread so I am sure to love these muffins! I love that they are easy to grab and go too 🙂
fitasamamabear
Anything grab and go with me is a win.. and muffins pretty much take the cake on that! They're a pretty tasty one so enjoy!
Gloria Harvley
I would have never thought to put zucchini with a muffin! Looks great!
fitasamamabear
It's perfect because it sneaks veggies into the diet! 😀
Tina Martin
Wow! I have to save this recipe! I always run out of ideas for hearty and healthy muffins. It's the same in my house with them, they never last long!
I wonder if I use applesauce instead of an egg if it will work?
fitasamamabear
I have a constant supply of muffins the freezer because we eat so many... but yes I feel as if I'm always making them! lol If you're egg free, perhaps using a "flax egg" instead (1 tbs flax in three tablespoons water to make a gel) would work best? Applesauce I'm not sure they'd firm up with
Helena
This recipe looks and sounds good. I will definitely have to try it.
fitasamamabear
Thanks they're simple but tasty one!
Luci
These looks simply delicious. You get something sweet and a vegetable that is hidden in a muffin. Genius.
fitasamamabear
Haha that's my favorite part too- forces everyone to boost veggie intake without them knowing lol