During the winter months, a warm apple pie satisfies our cravings for something warm, sweet and hearty. For something lighter, try making some apple muffins! This recipe is a gluten-free version  without sacrificing taste!

TOTAL FUN TIME:      45 Minutes

Serves 9

RECIPE

• 2 1/2 cups gluten-free self-raising flour
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
• 3/4 cup of rice malt syrup
• 1 cup of oat/rice/soy milk
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1 free-range egg, lightly beaten (or egg alternative, if vegan)
• 2 small pink lady apples
• Drizzle of pure maple syrup, to serve (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

METHOD

1. Pre-heat oven to 190°C/170°C fan-forced and grease 9 muffin pan holes or prepare 9 muffin liners.
2. Combine the flour and cinnamon in a bowl.
3. Make a well in the centre and add the syrup, milk, oil and egg.
4. Stir until just combined using a wooden spoon.
5. Peel and grate 1 apple.
6. Fold grated apple into muffin mixture and spoon mixture into holes of prepared pan or liners.
7. Core and quarter remaining apple and slice thinly.
8. Arrange 2 to 3 apple slices on top of each muffin.
9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
10. Serve drizzled with pure maple syrup (optional).

Happy Clean Eating!

Spreading love & happiness, Soph xox