Busy mornings call for quick breakfasts like these paleo apple muffins. They’re packed with filling almond flour, subtly sweet, and full of cinnamon and apple flavor. They’re easy to make, they freeze well, and kids love them too!
I should start by saying you don’t need to follow a paleo diet to enjoy these apple cinnamon muffins. They’re what I make whenever I need a grab-and-go breakfast or snack for busy days, and they never last long on the counter.
They’re hearty enough to wrap up a couple and toss into a backpack or purse, which makes them perfect for mornings on the run. Whether I’m heading out the door or just want something easy to reach for later, these muffins are always a good idea.
Key ingredients
This paleo muffin recipe is full of delicious ingredients, and you’re likely to have most of them in your kitchen.
- Applesauce : Applesauce is basically a 1:1 substitute for oil, and it adds natural sweetness. You can use store-bought applesauce, or try making your own. I typically use bananas to sweeten paleo muffins but applesauce is a delicious swap.
- Apple: You can use any variety of apples. Just keep in mind some apples like Macintosh will be softer when baked, while others like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp will be firmer.
- Coconut oil : I use coconut oil but you can also use extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
- Almond flour : Almond flour (or almond meal) makes a great gluten-free and grain-free alternative to wheat-based flours. For the best results, look for a fine-ground almond flour.
What to serve with paleo apple muffins
Pair these paleo apple cinnamon muffins with a green breakfast smoothie to keep you fuelled all morning long. These muffins also make a tasty addition to a brunch spread, and they taste great with a coconut turmeric latte or cup of tea.
Storage and freezing
Store: These muffins will keep well for 3-4 days in a sealed bag on your counter. You can put them into your fridge for an extra day or two.
Freeze: This is an excellent freezer recipe. Place them in a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw them on your counter or in the microwave.
Paleo Apple Muffins Recipe
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Ingredients
- ▢ 4 large eggs
- ▢ 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- ▢ ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- ▢ 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- ▢ 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ▢ ½ teaspoon EACH: ground ginger, cloves, and allspice
- ▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ▢ 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ▢ 1 apple (cored and diced small)
- ▢ ½ cup EACH: chopped walnuts and paleo chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the apple sauce, honey, coconut oil, and vanilla and whisk again. Add the spices, sea salt, almond flour, and baking soda and whisk thoroughly. Stir in the diced apple, walnuts, and chocolate chips. 4 large eggs, 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon EACH: ground ginger, cloves, and allspice, ½ teaspoon sea salt, 1 ½ cups almond flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 apple, ½ cup EACH: chopped walnuts and paleo chocolate chips
- Add the spices, sea salt, almond flour, and baking soda and whisk thoroughly. Stir in the diced apple, walnuts, and chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling them to the very top. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Let the muffins cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the pan and letting them cool completely on a cooling rack – see notes.
Notes
Nutrition
We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here .
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Paleo Apple Muffins Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- ¼ cup honey , or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil , melted
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon EACH: ground ginger, cloves, and allspice
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 apple , cored and diced small
- ½ cup EACH: chopped walnuts and paleo chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the apple sauce, honey, coconut oil, and vanilla and whisk again. Add the spices, sea salt, almond flour, and baking soda and whisk thoroughly. Stir in the diced apple, walnuts, and chocolate chips. 4 large eggs, 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon EACH: ground ginger, cloves, and allspice, ½ teaspoon sea salt, 1 ½ cups almond flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 apple, ½ cup EACH: chopped walnuts and paleo chocolate chips
- Add the spices, sea salt, almond flour, and baking soda and whisk thoroughly. Stir in the diced apple, walnuts, and chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling them to the very top. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Let the muffins cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the pan and letting them cool completely on a cooling rack - see notes.
Notes
https://www.theendlessmeal.com/paleo-apple-cinnamon-muffins/
Busy mornings call for quick breakfasts like these paleo apple muffins. They’re packed with filling almond flour, subtly sweet, and full of cinnamon and apple flavor. They’re easy to make, they freeze well, and kids love them too!
I should start by saying you don’t need to follow a paleo diet to enjoy these apple cinnamon muffins. They’re what I make whenever I need a grab-and-go breakfast or snack for busy days, and they never last long on the counter.
They’re hearty enough to wrap up a couple and toss into a backpack or purse, which makes them perfect for mornings on the run. Whether I’m heading out the door or just want something easy to reach for later, these muffins are always a good idea.
Key ingredients
This paleo muffin recipe is full of delicious ingredients, and you’re likely to have most of them in your kitchen.
- Applesauce : Applesauce is basically a 1:1 substitute for oil, and it adds natural sweetness. You can use store-bought applesauce, or try making your own. I typically use bananas to sweeten paleo muffins but applesauce is a delicious swap.
- Apple: You can use any variety of apples. Just keep in mind some apples like Macintosh will be softer when baked, while others like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp will be firmer.
- Coconut oil : I use coconut oil but you can also use extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
- Almond flour : Almond flour (or almond meal) makes a great gluten-free and grain-free alternative to wheat-based flours. For the best results, look for a fine-ground almond flour.
What to serve with paleo apple muffins
Pair these paleo apple cinnamon muffins with a green breakfast smoothie to keep you fuelled all morning long. These muffins also make a tasty addition to a brunch spread, and they taste great with a coconut turmeric latte or cup of tea.
Storage and freezing
Store: These muffins will keep well for 3-4 days in a sealed bag on your counter. You can put them into your fridge for an extra day or two.
Freeze: This is an excellent freezer recipe. Place them in a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw them on your counter or in the microwave.
Paleo Apple Muffins Recipe
- Pin
Ingredients
- ▢ 4 large eggs
- ▢ 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- ▢ ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- ▢ 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- ▢ 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ▢ ½ teaspoon EACH: ground ginger, cloves, and allspice
- ▢ ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ▢ 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ▢ 1 apple (cored and diced small)
- ▢ ½ cup EACH: chopped walnuts and paleo chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the apple sauce, honey, coconut oil, and vanilla and whisk again. Add the spices, sea salt, almond flour, and baking soda and whisk thoroughly. Stir in the diced apple, walnuts, and chocolate chips. 4 large eggs, 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce, ¼ cup honey, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon EACH: ground ginger, cloves, and allspice, ½ teaspoon sea salt, 1 ½ cups almond flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 apple, ½ cup EACH: chopped walnuts and paleo chocolate chips
- Add the spices, sea salt, almond flour, and baking soda and whisk thoroughly. Stir in the diced apple, walnuts, and chocolate chips.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling them to the very top. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Let the muffins cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the pan and letting them cool completely on a cooling rack – see notes.
Notes
Nutrition
We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here .
Did you make this?
We love to see what you made! Tag @theendlessmeal or hashtag #theendlessmeal !
