Blueberry oat breakfast muffins are a healthy way to start your day. Slightly sweetened with honey and packed full of protein and fibre, they’re sure to keep you satisfied right up to lunch.
Hello there! Earlier this week I shared a spring tour of our kitchen and mentioned I’d pass on the recipe for the delicious blueberry oat breakfast muffins. It’s been a while since I’ve baked anything from scratch, with the exception of the skillet cookies I made for Valentine’s Day. Boy, those were good!
For many years, I’ve had issues with inflammation in my joints. Thankfully, I’ve seen good results by eliminating certain foods from my diet, increasing my fruit and veggie intake, as well as adding a few key supplements. With that, went most alcohol, refined sugar, processed foods and other ingredients that tend to cause flare ups.
Occasionally, I do indulge if my body is feeling up to it. Lately, however, I’ve been experiencing an increase in problems, so I’m watching everything that goes into my body rather closely.
Sometimes, though, we crave foods that aren’t necessarily good for us. Take muffins, for instance. Usually, they’re packed full of refined sugar, vegetable oil and flour that’s been stripped of most nutrients. Sure, they may taste good, but they do very little in the way of nourishing our bodies.
Instead of cutting out baked goods completely, I’m trying new recipes that are made with better ingredients that still satisfy my sweet tooth. These blueberry oat breakfast muffins are just that.
So what makes them better?
First off, they’re made using a gluten-free whole grain flour combination that’s packed full of protein and fibre. The eggs are a good source of protein too. They’re also sweetened with a touch of natural honey, which is known for its healing properties. And, finally, the blueberries, applesauce and tiny bit of coconut oil ensure they’re moist (not to mention the health benefits each one has too).
Perfect? No. But they’re a far cry from what you’d normally find in a blueberry muffin.
If you want a simple way to take blueberry oatmeal on-the-go in the morning, these muffins are it. We like them warmed up a bit and paired with a cup of coffee or tea. Want one?
Blueberry Oat Breakfast Muffins
Blueberry Oat Breakfast Muffins (Gluten-free)
These gluten-free blueberry oat muffins are slightly sweetened with honey and packed full of protein and fibre. They're sure to keep you satisfied until lunchtime!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fine almond flour
- 1/2 cup brown rice flour
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/8 tsp. fine sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 3 eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 TB. lemon juice
- 2 TB. coconut oil melted
- 2 TB. unsweetened apple sauce
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 TB. rolled oats for sprinkling on top
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F. Line muffin pan with cups or parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. To a small bowl, add wet ingredients and mix well.
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Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined. Fold in blueberries.
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Fill muffin cups 3/4 full. Sprinkle the top of each muffin with rolled oats.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and top of muffin springs back when lightly touched. Transfer to a cooling rack.
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These muffins are best enjoyed the day they're made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a few days or popped into the freezer for later.
Recipe Notes
Gluten-free oat flour and rolled oats are labelled as such. I used Bob's Red Mill brand. If gluten isn't a concern, you can use any oat flour or whole grain rolled oats. As an option, make your own oat flour by running rolled oats through a food processor, then passing through a sifter. The leftover larger pieces can be eaten as instant oats. Fresh blueberries are best, but you can use frozen. Just toss them in a bit of oat flour first before adding to prevent the batter from turning purple. You may also have to adjust the baking time to a bit longer.
Have a Scrumptious Day!
Gabrielle @ eyecandypopper says
March 2017 at 8:39 amThese sound delicious, and I love that they are naturally healthy, and no weird ingredients. I couldn’t agree more about finding better ways to create what we like rather than not eat any at all. Life has to be worth living after all, but there are many ways to make our favourites much much healthier. Nicely done!
Shauna Oberg says
March 2017 at 10:39 amYes, it’s difficult to completely give up the foods we love. I saw your banana oat cookies this morning and I’m definitely going to give those a try too :)
Gabrielle @ eyecandypopper says
March 2017 at 11:12 amoh very cool! I look forward to get your feedback! :)
Loreto Nardelli says
March 2017 at 12:02 pmHi Shawna. Great job on the muffins, Nicoletta is a big fan of baking and she uses great ingredients that are natural and truly organic, and I have to say always delicious. Nicoletta and I would love your blueberry muffins. I believe in moderation which I think is key, but also Nicoletta and I truly use good ingredients to obtain a great taste and result. Hope you are feeling better soon. Have a most wonderful weekend!
Shauna Oberg says
March 2017 at 10:40 amThanks, Loreto! You guys always make the most delicious looking food. Enjoy this sunshine we’re having :)
Dylan Cutler says
March 2017 at 1:49 pmThese are very cute. I love making muffins to take with me on the go. Ps. you have a gorgeous kitchen which really adds to the clean, fresh look of the muffins.
Shauna Oberg says
March 2017 at 10:42 amThank you! I need to make another batch because these disappeared rather quickly… may or may not have been me ;)
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says
April 2017 at 3:15 pmThese look SO good, Shauna! Thanks for sharing them at our party!
Barb says
March 2019 at 7:26 amCan you use all almond flour? And what oil can be subbed for coconut oil?
Shauna Oberg says
March 2019 at 11:28 amHi Barb, I wouldn’t suggest using only almond flour. Melted butter can be used in place of coconut oil if you prefer.
Benita says
March 2019 at 8:45 amThese look amazing! I’m pinning and definitely giving these a try! Please join us to share at Celebrate Your Story! We would love to have you participate! Hugs!
Shauna Oberg says
March 2019 at 11:32 amMuch appreciated, Benita :)
Kim @Serving Up Southern says
March 2019 at 5:18 pmHi Shauna! I was happy to feature these healthy muffins at Homestyle Gathering today for this week’s party. I have been choosing healthier recipes and feel much better as a result and can’t wait to try these. Thanks for visiting HG and sharing!
Shauna Oberg says
March 2019 at 11:31 amThank you, Kim :)