Some mornings you just need a muffin that feels like a hug in food form. These low-FODMAP, dairy-free spiced carrot cake muffins are soft, moist, and filled with warm flavors that make you want to curl up with a cup of tea.
They’re naturally sweetened with carrots and maple syrup, lightly spiced with cinnamon and ginger, and topped with a crunch that makes each bite irresistible. And the best part? They’re gentle on digestion, so you can enjoy breakfast or snack time without worry.
Ingredients:
For the muffins:
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
For the streusel topping:
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
How to Make It:
- Mix the dry. In a large bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
- Mix the wet. In another bowl, whisk eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Bring it together. Stir wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Gently fold in grated carrots.
- Top it. Divide batter into lined muffin cups. In a small bowl, mix streusel ingredients until crumbly and sprinkle on top.
- Bake. Bake at 350°F for 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Quick Tips
- Don’t overmix the batter. Gentle folding makes fluffier muffins.
- Use finely grated carrots for the best texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for grab-and-go snacks.
- Boost your digestion by sprinkling Regular Girl Original Powder over your muffin after it cools. Adding it to hot muffins can reduce the probiotic benefits, so wait until they’ve cooled for the best gut support.
Bake Happiness, One Muffin at a Time
These spiced carrot muffins show that cozy baking can be light, flavorful, and gentle on your gut. Soft, warmly spiced, and naturally sweet, they’re the kind of treat you’ll actually look forward to eating any time of day.
So grab those carrots, preheat the oven, and whip up a batch today—you’ll have muffins that make your kitchen smell amazing and leave your tummy feeling just as good as your taste buds.
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