Note: The term healthy is subjective. Here, the term healthy means there is less sugar than the standard muffin. The basis for the recipe is also whole grain oats, instead of all purpose flour and granulated sugar. However, healthy eating can include a balance of foods and may look different for everyone. Contact your doctor for more information on what is right for you! These muffins are hearty and wholesome, starring oatmeal blended with maple syrup, eggs, cinnamon and allspice. They taste so good and most people are surprised to know they have no flour at all. We love them with a slather of almond butter as a breakfast or snack—and our kids gobble them up! We hope you love this variation as much as we do.
Flavor variations
There are lots of ways to mix up these healthy apple muffins! Here are a few ideas:
Apples: Any type of apple works here. We’re partial to a crisp tart apple like Pink Lady or Jonathon, but you can use any apple you like. Eggs, oats, and neutral oil: The basis for this muffin is eggs and oats, which blend together into a sort of fluffy batter that mimics the traditional muffin consistency. For the oil, use organic grapeseed or canola oil; you can also swap in olive oil if you like. Pure maple syrup: We find maple syrup brings the best subtle sweetness to this recipe. You can also use a combination of maple and brown sugar for a slightly sweeter muffin. Cinnamon, allspice and vanilla: These spices make the flavor shine. You can also substitute ground ginger for the allspice, or even pumpkin pie spice. Turbinado sugar: We like topping with a little turbinado sugar to add a bit of extra sweetness and a crunch. You could also use a sprinkle of brown sugar.
Walnuts or pecans: Add up to ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for an additional hit of protein. Sweeter muffins: Swap in brown sugar and increase to 2/3 cup. Icing: Add a drizzle of maple glaze.
More ways to use apples
Try our apple dip, a healthy way to make caramel using peanut butter and maple syrup. Go for a crisp apple slaw, a cozy apple cranberry crisp or apple bread, or start the day with apple cinnamon oatmeal.
Refrigerator: Place them in the refrigerator and store for up to 10 days. They’re best at room temperature, so allow them to fit for a few minutes before eating. Freezer: Place them in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Take out a few and pop them into the fridge for use in lunches throughout the week.
Frequently asked questions
4.5 from 2 reviews If desired, you can omit the allspice, or substitute ground ginger or even pumpkin pie spice for the allspice.
