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    the BEST gluten free coffee cake muffins

    May 12, 2022 · 14 Comments

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    gluten free coffee cake muffins are a delicious, lighter version of a classic coffee cake. made with simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and a perfect way to start the day.

    muffin batter in muffin tin before going in the oven

    this small batch muffin recipe is so easy to make that you could make it every day.

    plus, it's absolutely DELICIOUS so you wouldn't mind eating these every day if you had to.

    honestly, i love a good crumb cake but sometimes you want to have something that's a little lighter in the morning. this recipe is just as delicious and you won't feel sluggish after.

    keep reading to find out what ingredients you need for these muffins and health benefits of oats!

    simple ingredients featured in this recipe

    • flour
    • applesauce
    • coconut oil
    • cinnamon
    • egg
    • monk fruit sweetener / regular granulated sugar
    • rolled oats

    health benefits of rolled oats

    first of all, rolled oats are hot trend these days. not only are they used for the classic oatmeal recipes but for much more.

    for example, rolled oats are used in cookies, smoothies, baked oatmeal and to make oat flour!

    a few highlights of the benefits of rolled oats are lower blood sugar, promotes weight loss and reduces the risk of heart disease.

    in addition, oats are full of fiber, minerals and antioxidants to contribute to a well rounded diet.

    frequently asked questions

    what is coffee cake?

    coffee cake is a delicious vanilla-based cake topped with a dreamy crumble. the crumble is typically made of butter, sugar, cinnamon, flour and sometimes oats as well.

    therefore, i created a lighter version of a crumble that perfectly complements the light and fluffy muffin. this allows you to enjoy the flavors of a traditional coffee cake without feeling sluggish afterwards!

    can i double the recipe?

    yes! you can double every ingredient for this recipe to yield 12 muffins. i tend to make recipes in smaller batches unless i know it's for a bigger group of people.

    this recipe will come out just the same if you double the ingredients!

    what produces a perfectly light and fluffy muffin?

    the baking soda and baking powder give this muffin the perfect lift and lightness. make sure to use accurate measurements of both to get the perfect texture.

    can i substitute other flours instead of the gluten free flour?

    if you don't have or don't want to use gluten free flour, you can swap 1:1 regular all purpose flour. i would not recommend using almond, oat or coconut flour because i have not tested how these flours affect the end result of this muffin.

    how can i store these muffins?

    if there are any left, you can store in an airtight container for 3-5 days!

    holding a baked gluten free coffee cake muffin

    related recipes using oats

    • pb and j overnight oats
    • blueberry muffin vegan baked oats
    • flourless fluffernutter bars
    • almond joy overnight oats

    if you try this recipe, please consider leaving a rating + comment at the end of this blog post. it is incredibly helpful to my business and your fellow readers!

    muffin with a bite taken

    gluten free coffee cake muffins

    gluten free coffee cake muffins are a delicious, lighter version of a classic coffee cake. made with simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and a perfect way to start the day.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Servings 6 muffins

    Ingredients
      

    muffin

    • ½ cup applesauce unsweetened
    • 1 tbsp coconut oil melted but not hot
    • 1 egg
    • 2 tbsp granulated sugar / monkfruit sweetener
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • ½ cup gluten free flour
    • ½ tbsp cinnamon
    • ½ tsp baking powder
    • ¼ tsp baking soda

    oat coffee cake crumble topping

    • ¼ cup oats
    • 2 tbsp gluten free flour
    • ½ tbsp cinnamon
    • 1 tbsp coconut oil melted but not hot

    Instructions
     

    • preheat the oven to 350 degrees F
    • for the muffin base, mix all of your wet ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until fully combined
    • add in the dry ingredient and mix until combined, don't overmix here!
    • set aside while we make the crumble topping
    • add all oat crumble ingredients into a small mixing bowl
    • the ingredients should be fully incorporated to create a delicious, gooey, crumbly mixture
    • grab a muffin tin and take 6 muffin liners. spray with coconut oil and spread out evenly in the muffin tin
    • pour the muffin batter in using a ¼ cup and sprinkle a thin layer of the crumble topping on each muffin
    • bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes until lightly golden and fully baked through the middle. a toothpick should come out nice and clean when fully baked!
    • let cool for 10 minutes and enjoy!
    Keyword Cinnamon Muffin, Coffee Cake, Coffee Cake Muffin, gluten-free baking, gluten-free muffin

    if you try this recipe, please consider leaving a rating + comment at the end of this blog post. it is incredibly helpful to my business and your fellow readers!

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    1. Andrea says

      May 15, 2022 at 12:29 am

      such a great way to start out the morning! so so good!

      Reply
      • feastytravels says

        May 21, 2022 at 12:33 am

        Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed!

        Reply
    2. nancy says

      May 15, 2022 at 2:31 am

      5 stars
      one of my fav thing to wake up to in the morning lately!

      Reply
      • feastytravels says

        May 21, 2022 at 12:33 am

        I love to hear this! Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    3. Katie says

      May 15, 2022 at 1:13 pm

      5 stars
      Love these gluten-free muffins! Amazing flavor!

      Reply
      • feastytravels says

        May 21, 2022 at 12:33 am

        Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed!

        Reply
    4. Chef Mireille says

      May 15, 2022 at 3:27 pm

      5 stars
      perfect with my morning tea

      Reply
      • feastytravels says

        May 21, 2022 at 12:33 am

        Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed!

        Reply
    5. Jacqui says

      May 15, 2022 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      I substituted the egg with flax meal and the coconut oil with avocado oil and they turned out amazing! I made these for my gluten free friend and she loved them too.

      Reply
      • feastytravels says

        May 21, 2022 at 12:33 am

        Amazing substitutions! I'm so glad you enjoyed 🙂

        Reply
    6. Bobbie says

      May 18, 2022 at 10:35 am

      5 stars
      These coffee cake muffins are moist and delicious!

      Reply
      • feastytravels says

        May 21, 2022 at 12:31 am

        Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed!

        Reply
    7. Kristi says

      August 27, 2022 at 11:53 am

      With what can I substitute the applesauce?

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      • feastytravels says

        August 29, 2022 at 12:02 am

        The applesauce replaces some of the oil so i would substitute with a 1/3 cup of oil (coconut oil / vegetable oil)

        Reply

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