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So moist, healthy, and delicious! Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins with Lemon Zest. They're paleo too, and you can make them ahead of time to microwave for a quick and easy, healthy breakfast. | Get more gluten free recipe at EA Stewart, The Spicy RD
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Gluten Free Blueberry Muffins (Paleo, Dairy Free)

These gluten free blueberry muffins with lemon zest are so healthy, moist, and delicious. Even better, you can make the batter ahead of time, and cook one up in the microwave, for a quick and easy breakfast or healthy treat!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: paleo muffins
Diet: Dairy Free, DASH, Gluten Free, MIND Diet, Paleo, Vegetarian
Servings: 5 muffins
Calories: 185kcal
Author: EA Stewart, RD

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup fine almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen

Instructions

  • Combine the almond flour, coconut flour, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. Stir well with a fork or whisk to combine ingredients.
  • Add the eggs, maple syrup, lemon zest, and lemon juice to dry ingredients. Stir well to combine, then fold in blueberries.
  • Spoon batter into 5 silicone muffin cups, or into 5 paper muffin liners that have been placed into silicone cups.
  • Bake each muffin individually in the microwave on high power. for ~ 1 minutes and 20 seconds. Note: This may get a little messy, as blueberries may "pop".
  • Allow to cool slightly before eating. If muffins are crumbly, enjoy them with a spoon or fork.

Notes

Ingredient Swaps, Serving Suggestions, & Other Tips!

  • Meal Prep Tip: You may store unbaked muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days & pop one in the microwave for a quick & easy "1-minute" breakfast!
  • Don't have blueberries? Try these muffins w/ raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries.
  • Add a side of Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or scrambled eggs for a nourishing breakfast.
  • Craving a little something sweet in the afternoon? Treat yourself to a warm blueberry muffin + a cup of matcha tea!

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg