Christmas Quinoa Muffins
Quinoa is often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to its high nutritional value and health benefits.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Christmas Quinoa Muffins
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
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Rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions. Let it cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together maple syrup, almond milk, coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
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Add the cooked quinoa to the wet ingredients and mix well.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
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Fold in dried cranberries and chopped walnuts.
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Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 24g8%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
