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Contents Introduction... 4 Carob Orange (January)... 5 Mocha Almond (February)... 6 Banana Peanut Butter Muffins (March)... 7 Rice Delights (April)... 8 Banana Coconut Muffins (May)... 9 Rhubarb Cinnamon (June)... 10 Coconut Muffins (July)... 11 Banana Carrot Muffins (August)... 12 Apple and Oats (September)... 13 Pumpkin Muffins (October)... 14 Cornmeal Sage (November)... 15 Rum and Raisin (December)... 16 What Coconut Oil Do I Use, Love, and Recommend?.. Error! Bookmark not defined.
Introduction I love a good nutrient dense muffin that can serve as an energizing breakfast, an on-the-go lunch, a no-fuss snack or a before-bed snack. Over the years I have amassed a collection of experimental recipes for muffin-type baked goods. Muffins are probably my favorite baked good to create, tinker with, and of course eat! I am presenting you with 12 muffin recipes that I particularly enjoy as a thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. I have provided a range of flours that you can choose to use in each recipe. I did not specifically include a gluten free baking mix but typically, you can substitute this on a one-to-one ratio with all-purpose flour. I do not advocate for the use of all-purchase flour. It is void of nutrients and can in fact cause health issues. However, I do realize that not everyone has made the switch to using an alternative flour. Therefore, I have included it in this ebook. If you choose to use almond flour, please make sure that it is indeed almond flour and NOT almond meal. These create two very difference textures, especially in baked good. Blanched almond flour has always been the most successful for me in baked goods. I also have noticed that different brands of almond flour can act differently in a recipe. You may need to add a tiny bit of additional almond flour to these recipes depending on the brand you use. If you use coconut flour in any of the recipes, you may need to adjust the amount of liquid and/or eggs. Because coconut flour is incredibly dense you want to make sure you are using 3 eggs per ½ cup of coconut flour and approximately ½ cup of liquid total. To make these recipes simpler, I did not increase liquids or eggs. If you use coconut flour in these recipes, please be sure to add additional eggs if necessary. Also, if you overcorrect with your additional liquids, you can easily add in additional coconut flour one tablespoon full at a time. Personally, I mix everything together as it is written in the recipe and then go back and make any ingredient adjustments. It always turns out better adding things in on the back end! Enjoy!
Carob Orange (January) 1 whole orange 2 eggs ¼ cup raw, organic sugar ¼ cup raw honey ½ cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup milk of choice Flour (options are 2 cups all-purpose flour OR 1 cup all-purpose and 1 cup whole wheat OR 2 cups almond flour OR ½ cup coconut flour) ¼ cup carob powder 1 tablespoon aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon ground ginger ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optimal) 2. In a food processor or blender, puree the orange, skin and all. 3. In a large bowl combine the pureed orange, eggs, sugar, honey, coconut oil, milk, and vanilla. 4. Mix well. 5. In a smaller bowl, combine the flour (sift first if using coconut flour), carob powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger and nuts. 6. Mix well making sure that there are no lumps. 7. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in the larger bowl, 8. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes. 9. Remove from pan and cool on rack. Makes 14
Mocha Almond (February) 2 teaspoons instant coffee dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water 1 egg ¼ cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup milk of choice 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon orange extract Flour (options are 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour OR ¾ cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ½ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut flour) ½ cup raw, organic sugar 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 teaspoon aluminum free baking powder ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ cup chopped or slivered almonds 2. In a large bowl combine the coffee, eggs, coconut oil, milk, vanilla, and orange extract. sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and almonds. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for approximately 20 25 minutes. Makes 10-12
Banana Peanut Butter Muffins (March) 2 eggs ¼ - ½ cup of raw honey (I like mine less sweet and only use ¼ cup) ½ cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup mashed banana ½ cup smooth or crunchy peanut butter (or another nut/seed butter) Flour (options are 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour OR ¾ cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ½ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut flour) 1 tablespoon aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, banana, peanut butter, and vanilla. baking powder, baking soda and salt. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for approximately 20 25 minutes. Makes 10-12
Rice Delights (April) 1 egg ¼ cup raw honey 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted ½ cup milk of choice 1 cup cooked white rice, lightly packed Flour (options are 1 cup all-purpose flour OR ½ cup all-purpose and ½ cup whole wheat OR 1 cup almond flour OR ¼ cup coconut flour) 1 tablespoon aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt 2 teaspoons cinnamon (optional) 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, milk, vanilla, and rice. baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 15-20 minutes. Makes 12
Banana Coconut Muffins (May) 1 egg ¼ - ½ cup of raw honey (I like mine less sweet and only use ¼ cup) ½ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup buttermilk or yogurt (you can use coconut milk yogurt) ½ cup mashed banana 1 cup flaked or shredded coconut Flour (options are 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour OR ¾ cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ½ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut flour) 1 ½ teaspoons aluminum free baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Pinch of ground cloves 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, buttermilk/yogurt, banana, vanilla, and coconut. baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cloves. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for approximately 20 25 minutes. Makes 12
Rhubarb Cinnamon (June) 2 eggs ¾ cup 1 cup raw honey ¼ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup plain yogurt 1 ¾ cups chopped, fresh rhubarb, lightly packed Flour (options are 2 cups all-purpose flour OR 1 cup all-purpose and 1 cup whole wheat OR 2 cups almond flour OR ½ cup coconut flour) 2 teaspoons aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, yogurt, vanilla, and rhubarb. baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 25-30 minutes. Makes 12
Coconut Muffins (July) 2 eggs ¼ - ½ cup of raw honey (I like mine less sweet and only use ¼ cup) ½ cup coconut oil, melted ¾ cup milk of choice 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind 1 ½ cups flaked coconut Flour (options are 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour OR ¾ cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ½ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut flour) 1 ½ teaspoons aluminum free baking powder ¼ teaspoon sea salt 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, milk, lemon rind and coconut. baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for approximately 20 25 minutes. Makes 14
Banana Carrot Muffins (August) 2 eggs ¼ - ½ cup of raw honey (I like mine less sweet and only use ¼ cup) ½ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup buttermilk 1 cup grated carrot ½ cup mashed banana ¼ cup raisins (optional) Flour (options are 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour OR ¾ cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ½ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut flour) 2 teaspoons aluminum free baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg Pinch of ground cloves 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, buttermilk, carrot, banana raisins, and vanilla. baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cloves. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for approximately 20 minutes. Makes 12
Apple and Oats (September) 2 eggs 3 tablespoons raw honey ½ cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup milk of choice 1 cup gluten-free or regular rolled oats 2 cups chopped apple (I like gala or fugi apples) ½ cup raisins Flour (options are 2 cups all-purpose flour OR 1 cup all-purpose and 1 cup whole wheat OR 2 cups almond flour OR ½ cup coconut flour) 1 tablespoon aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, milk, oats, apples, raisins, and vanilla. baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. stirring as you go. You want to fold the mixture together gently which is why I do not suggest using a stand mixture for this. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes. Makes 14
Pumpkin Muffins (October) 1 egg ½ cup raw honey ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted ¾ cup milk of choice ¾ cup pumpkin puree ½ cup raisins Flour (options are 2 cups all-purpose flour OR 1 cup all-purpose and 1 cup whole wheat OR 2 cups almond flour OR ½ cup coconut flour) 2 teaspoons aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ¼ teaspoons ground ginger 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, pumpkin puree, raisins, and vanilla. baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes. Makes 12
Cornmeal Sage (November) 1 ½ cups GMO free cornmeal 2 cups buttermilk 3 eggs 1 tablespoon raw honey ½ cup coconut oil, melted 1 tablespoon fresh or dried sage Flour (options are 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour OR ¾ cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ½ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon coconut flour) 1 tablespoon aluminum free baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 ½ teaspoon sea salt 2. Mix together the cornmeal and buttermilk and allow to soak for 1-15 minutes. 3. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, and sage. 4. Mix well. 5. In a smaller bowl, combine the flour (sift first if using coconut flour), baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 6. Mix well making sure that there are no lumps. 7. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in the larger bowl, 8. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes. 9. Remove from pan and cool on rack. Makes 12
Rum and Raisin (December) 1 egg ⅓ cup raw honey ½ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup milk of choice ¼ cup light rum ½ cup raisins Flour (options are 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour OR 1 cup all-purpose and ¾ cup whole wheat OR 1 ¾ cups almond flour OR ⅓ cup + 2 tablespoons coconut flour) 1 ½ teaspoons aluminum free baking powder ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2. In a large bowl combine the eggs, honey, coconut oil, milk, light run, raisins, and vanilla. baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg. 7. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes. Makes 8-10
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