Indulge in the delightful flavors of the tropics with these moist and delicious gluten-free tropical muffins. Packed with tropical fruits and made with a gluten-free flour blend, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a dessert. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup canned crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dried mango or dried pineapple
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup coconut milk or almond milk
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with coconut oil.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk the eggs, melted coconut oil, and brown sugar until well blended. Stir in the crushed pineapple, mashed banana, shredded coconut, dried mango or pineapple, vanilla extract, and coconut milk or almond milk.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
5. Fill the Muffin Tin
Evenly divide the batter among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
6. Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
7. Cool
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions
These gluten-free tropical muffins are perfect on their own, but you can also enjoy them with a dollop of coconut yogurt or a smear of dairy-free cream cheese. Pair them with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.
Storage
Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze the muffins for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply microwave for a few seconds or warm them in the oven.
Conclusion
Enjoy the taste of the tropics with these gluten-free tropical muffins. Easy to make and full of fruity flavors, they are a great addition to your gluten-free baking repertoire. Perfect for any time of the day, these muffins are sure to delight your taste buds and bring a bit of sunshine to your table.
