Gluten-Free Zucchini Muffins
Gluten-free zucchini muffins are classic zucchini muffins that are lightly sweetened and have a hint of cinnamon. Shredded zucchini and applesauce make these muffins moist and soft. They're perfect for breakfast or snacking!
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 167kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup (135 g) finely grated zucchini, do not drain liquid out
- ½ cup (128 g) unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (106 g) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50 g) vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups (217 g) 1:1 gluten-free baking flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a muffin pan with 12 paper liners and set aside.
- In a large bowl, add finely grated zucchini (do not drain/squeeze liquid out), applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Divide batter between 12 muffin tins, filling to about ⅔ full. Bake for about 16 to 19 minutes, OR until the center of your muffins pop back when gently pressed in the center (if an indent is left, your muffins need more time).
- Transfer muffins to a cooling rack and allow to cool completely before unwrapping (muffins/cupcakes will stick to the wrappers if they're still warm).
Recommended Equipment
Notes
- Leftover zucchini muffins will keep in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for 3 to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. If your muffins are very moist/wet, I recommend refrigerating.
- Muffins can be frozen for up to 6 months. Tightly wrap in plastic wrap/foil and store in a freezer safe bag or container. Thaw on the counter top for 1 hour.
- There's no need to peel the skin off your zucchini, and no need to drain any liquid from your shredded zucchini. The recipe is written to include this liquid.
- As written, these muffins are lightly sweetened. For sweeter muffins, add an additional ¼ cup of granulated sugar, or use sweetened applesauce.
Nutrition Estimate
Serving: 1mufifn | Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg