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    Home » Recipes » Sweets

    Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins (Dairy-Free)

    Published: Sep 27, 2016 · Modified: Oct 27, 2022 by Katy Codekas - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Pumpkin combines with almond butter, almond flour, and shredded coconut in these positively scrumptious, beautiful, and healthy gluten-free pumpkin muffins to make for a perfect autumn treat. Simple to make in one bowl for easy clean up, also dairy-free and refined sugar-free, these pumpkin muffins are a delicious way to celebrate fall, or any time of year! You really can’t go wrong with warm spices and nutritious ingredients, these muffins will be loved by all! 

    A stack of light brown gluten free pumpkin muffins.

    I always look forward to autumn and the fun adventures it brings with my growing children by my side. Here in the mountainous high desert of Arizona, my soul is filled with gratitude and inspiration as the leaves begin to change signifying the season turning over, and the sense that all things are simultaneously settling their roots and growing tall, including my children. 

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    • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
    • How to Store and Reheat Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins
    • FAQ
    • More Delicious Pumpkin Recipes You Might Like
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    This time of year is when all pumpkin flavored things are celebrated, so with that seasonal theme these coconut pumpkin muffins were created in a kitchen full of love, growth, and adventure with my family. What strikes me most about these gluten free muffins is their amazing flavors with their lovely light and fluffy texture. Pumpkin, almond, and coconut truly combine well, my friends. With my active and growing children, they never last long around here, and I hope you devour them as quickly as we do! 

    A stack of brown orange muffins with a bite taken out.

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • Perfect blend of autumn flavors. 
    • Healthful, nutrient dense, and protein packed ingredients. 
    • Made in one bowl! 
    • Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free.
    • Muffins are great for snack packing!
    Two muffins in muffin wrappers resting on a wooden cutting board.

    Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

    • Pumpkin puree:  incredibly healthy, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. 
    • Almond milk: a perfect and healthy milk for those who don’t consume dairy. If you need to substitute, any other milk alternative should do just fine. Regular dairy-based milk can be used if you are not dairy-free. 
    • Almond butter: full of good fats, is heart healthy, and contributes to the richness of these muffins. Any seed or nut butter can be used in place of almond butter in this recipe. 
    • Almond flour:  nutrient dense, rich in vitamin E and antioxidants, and adds perfect texture to this recipe. 
    • Shredded Coconut: full of healthy fats, and adds a wonderful flavor and texture.

    How to Store and Reheat Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins

    These delicious muffins should be stored in an airtight container and will last up to a week.

    Two orange brown muffins resting on a wood cutting board.

    FAQ

    Can I make this recipe vegan? 

    Yes! You can use a mashed banana in place of the eggs, or you can use a “flax egg” by mixing 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds with 3 tablespoons of warm water. 

    Can I omit the coconut? 

    You can, knowing the texture will be slightly different. 

    I am out of syrup, can I use honey instead? 

    Absolutely! Any granulated or liquid sweetener will work as a replacement for maple syrup. 

    I am out of almond butter, can I use cashew or peanut butter? 

    Yes, it will change the flavor (slightly) but will still be good. 

    Would the amount of canned vs homemade pumpkin puree be the same? 

    Yep!

    A stack of pumpkin muffins, one with a bite taken out of.

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    Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins

    Easy and healthy one-bowl gluten-free pumpkin muffins made with almond flour. Naturally dairy-free and refined sugar-free.
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    Course: Sweets
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 12 standard muffins
    Author: Kristen Wood

    Ingredients

    • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
    • 2 eggs beaten
    • 5 tbs maple syrup
    • 1/4 cup coconut or almond milk
    • 1/4 cup almond butter
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 3/4 cup almond flour
    • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
    • 1 tsp baking soda
    • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease or line a muffin tin with liners, set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl combine pumpkin, eggs, maple syrup, milk, almond butter and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
    • Slowly stir in remaining ingredients and mix until well combined.
    • Pour muffin batter into your tin or liners until about 3/4 full.
    • Bake muffins for 24-27 minutes, or until firm and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. If making 12 standard (smaller) muffins, check muffins at 18 minutes.
    • Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    You might like: Vegetarian Pumpkin Recipes.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2423IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. daniela says

      September 24, 2021 at 11:25 am

      Hello, do you think i can replace eggs with leenseed gel? Tahnks

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      • Kristen Wood says

        September 24, 2021 at 11:36 am

        Yes, most definitely! I've made it with both flax and chia eggs with good results. I hope you enjoy. 🙂

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