Keto Apple Muffins

If you’ve been missing the comforting taste of apple muffins since starting your low-carb journey, this recipe is here to save the day.

Keto Apple Muffins

With a few smart substitutions, you can have all the flavor you love without the extra carbs.
One of the best things about these muffins is how simple they are to make.

The recipe uses ingredients that are easy to find in most grocery stores, and the steps are pretty simple. 

Keto Apple Muffins Recipe

These muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast on busy mornings or as a snack when you need a little pick-me-up. They’re filling and satisfying, thanks to the almond flour and cream cheese.

Plus, the chopped apples give them a nice texture and natural sweetness that makes them feel like a real treat. Let’s get started!

👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect Breakfast On-the-Go: You can make a batch on the weekend and have breakfast ready for the whole week. Just grab a muffin as you’re heading out the door, and you’ve got a tasty, filling breakfast that will keep you going until lunchtime.

Satisfies Your Sweet Tooth: If you’ve been missing sweet treats on your keto diet, these muffins are here to save the day.

Low Carb Apple Muffins

The combination of the natural sweetness from the apples and the added low-carb sweetener creates a perfectly balanced flavor that will satisfy your cravings without the guilt.

Packed with Protein: With ingredients like eggs and cream cheese, these muffins pack a good protein punch. Protein is important on a keto diet to help maintain muscle mass and keep you feeling full. 

✨ Recipe Ingredients

The Apples

  • 2 small Apples (peeled and chopped)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Granulated Sweetener (I recommend this one – amazon)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Juice

For The Muffins

  • 3 Eggs (large)
  • 1/2 cup Cream Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Flour
  • 1 cup Almond Flour (I recommend this one – amazon)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sweetener
  • 2 tablespoon Ground Flax
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Cinnamon

For The Topping

  • 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Granulated Sweetener

👨‍🍳 How To Make

Follow this easy recipe:

Step 1

Peel and chop the apples and place them in a large bowl with the sweetener and lemon juice. Mix well and let it sit for at least 40 minutes. Then, drain the liquids.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 350°F, and while it heats let’s prepare the muffins – blend the eggs and sweetener for 1-2 minutes until they double in volume.

Step 3

Add the cream cheese, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar and blend again until combined.

Step 4

Mix the dry ingredients in a separate medium bowl, and then add them to the egg mixture. Blend until the batter is smooth – take your time – it may take 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 5

Fold the apples into the muffin batter and fill 8 to 10 muffin cups (depending on how large you want them).

Step 6

Let’s make the topping. Mix the cinnamon and sweetener together. Spread over the muffins and then bake for 25-30 minutes until browned. Enjoy!

Low Carb Apple Muffins Recipe

💡Tips

1. Prep The Apples 

When you’re working with the apples, make sure to peel them completely and chop them into small, even pieces. This helps the apples cook evenly and makes sure you don’t bite into any big chunks.

After you mix the apple pieces with the sweetener and lemon juice, let them sit for at least 40 minutes.

This step is super important because it helps draw out some of the moisture from the apples. Too much moisture can make your muffins soggy. After the 40 minutes are up, drain off any liquid that’s collected in the bowl. Don’t skip this step! 

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2. Get The eggs Fluffy

When you’re mixing the eggs and sweetener, take your time with this step. Beat them together for a full 1-2 minutes.

You want the mixture to double in volume and look light and fluffy. This adds air to your batter, which helps make your muffins light and not too dense. If you have an electric mixer, use it here – it’ll make the job a lot easier. 

3. Cool before removing

Let them cool in the muffin tin for about 5-10 minutes before trying to remove them. This cooling time allows the muffins to set up a bit, making them easier to remove from the tin without falling apart. 

FAQ

1. Can I use only almond flour or only coconut flour

It’s best to use both flours as the recipe suggests. Almond flour and coconut flour have different properties and work together to create the right texture. Coconut flour absorbs a lot of moisture, while almond flour adds structure.

If you use only almond flour, your muffins might be too wet. If you use only coconut flour, they could end up very (!) dry and crumbly. 

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2. Can I make this recipe into a loaf instead of muffins?

Yes, you can turn this into a keto apple bread instead of muffins. Use a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan, greased well or lined with parchment paper.

You’ll need to adjust the baking time – start checking after about 40 minutes, but it might take up to an hour. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 

Keto Apple Muffins
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Keto Apple Muffins

These moist & delicious keto apple muffins satisfy your sweet tooth without the carbs! Low-carb, gluten-free, & easy recipe.
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Ingredients

The Apples

  • 2 small Apples peeled and chopped
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Granulated Sweetener (I recommend this one – amazon)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Juice

For The Muffins

  • 3 Eggs large
  • 1/2 cup Cream Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Flour
  • 1 cup Almond Flour (I recommend this one – amazon)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sweetener
  • 2 tablespoon Ground Flax
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Cinnamon

For The Topping

  • 3/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Granulated Sweetener

Instructions

  • Peel and chop the apples and place them in a large bowl with the sweetener and lemon juice. Mix well and let it sit for at least 40 minutes. Then, drain the liquids.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F, and while it heats let’s prepare the muffins – blend the eggs and sweetener for 1-2 minutes until they double in volume.
  • Add the cream cheese, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar and blend again until combined.
  • Mix the dry ingredients in a separate medium bowl, and then add them to the egg mixture. Blend until the batter is smooth – take your time – it may take 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Fold the apples into the muffin batter and fill 8 to 10 muffin cups (depending on how large you want them).
  • Let’s make the topping. Mix the cinnamon and sweetener together. Spread over the muffins and then bake for 25-30 minutes until browned. Enjoy!
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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6.5g | Fat: 14g | Net Carbohydrates: 5g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 184kcal
Cost: $10
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