Autumn Bliss Muffins

Indulge in the warm flavors of pumpkin, apple, and cinnamon in these deliciously healthy gluten-free muffins. Made without sugar, eggs, or dairy, these guilt-free treats are perfect for a cozy autumn morning.
ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 apple, peeled, cored, and diced
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2.
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- 3.
In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- 5.
Gently fold in the diced apple and chopped walnuts (if desired).
- 6.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- 7.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.