Gluten Free Honey Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe

Soft, citrusy, and bursting with fresh cranberries, these gluten free honey orange muffins bring a little sunshine to chilly mornings. They’re made with a wholesome blend of oat and almond flour, lightly sweetened with honey, and brightened with orange zest and juice for a warm, cozy flavor that feels like home. Perfect for breakfast or a nourishing afternoon snack.

Recipe By: Megan Limon | MeganLimonDoula.com

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Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 1 ¾ cups oat flour
• ½ cup almond flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• ½ cup goat or cow’s milk
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter Add to Cart
• ½ cup raw honey Add to Cart
• 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water, mixed and set for 5 minutes
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest

Add-ins

• 1 cup fresh cranberries

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with oil or butter.
   
   
2. Prepare the flax egg: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons water. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken.
   
   
3. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together oat flour, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
   
   
4. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, apple cider vinegar, melted coconut oil or butter, honey, almond extract, orange juice, orange zest, and flax egg until smooth and well combined.
   
   
5. Combine and fold: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the cranberries, being careful not to overmix.
   
   
6. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three quarters full. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   
   
7. Cool and serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with a drizzle of honey or a pat of butter.
   
   

Big thanks to Megan Limon for the delish Gluten Free Honey Orange Cranberry Muffins recipe! Soft, citrusy, and bursting with cranberries, these muffins are pure cozy morning magic. Head over to our Discover Blog for more tasty inspiration!