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Pumpkin spice muffins

These Pumpkin Spice Muffins capture the essence of fall with warm spices and a tender, moist texture, all while being low in carbs and sugar. Made with almond flour and real pumpkin, they’re a perfect cozy treat that’s both delicious and nutritious.

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Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Warm, spiced muffins made with almond flour and pumpkin puree, perfect for a low-carb, fall-inspired treat.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword dessert, diabetes friendly
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sugar substitute erythritol or monk fruit
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, eggs, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sugar substitute.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just incorporated.
  • Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Nutrition: Carbohydrates: 6g; Protein: 3g; Fat: 10g; Saturated fat: 4g; Fiber: 2g; Sodium: 100mg
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