Moist Gluten-Free Morning Glory Muffins Recipe

I love starting my day with something that’s both healthy and super tasty—and these Moist Gluten-Free Morning Glory Muffins are just perfect! 🌞

They’re packed with good stuff like shredded carrots, apples, raisins, and nuts, all held together by a soft and fluffy gluten-free base. The flavor is rich and comforting, like a warm hug in muffin form 🤗.

What I love most is how moist they are without being too heavy. These muffins are great for breakfast, a quick snack, or even a healthy dessert.

Plus, they store well, so I often make a batch and enjoy them throughout the week. 🍏🥕🍇

📝 Ingredients

Here’s everything I use to make a batch of 12 muffins:

1 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum if needed) 🌾❌
1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger (optional)
2 large eggs 🥚
1/3 cup melted coconut oil or any neutral oil 🛢️
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup grated carrots 🥕
1/2 cup grated apple 🍎
1/3 cup raisins or chopped dates
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) 🌰
1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional) 🥥

👩‍🍳 Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease it.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add melted oil, applesauce, and vanilla. Mix well.

Step 4: Combine & Fold

Pour the wet mixture into the dry. Stir gently until just combined—don’t overmix!
Fold in the carrots, apples, raisins, nuts, and coconut.

Step 5: Bake

Scoop the batter into your muffin tin (fill about 3/4 full).
Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool & Enjoy

Let the muffins cool for 5–10 minutes in the pan, then move to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature. So good! 😍

💡 Tips & Variations

🧊 Make it ahead: Muffins freeze well! Just wrap and store for up to 2 months.
🍯 Low-sugar option: Reduce sugar and use extra applesauce or mashed banana.
🌾 Not gluten-free? Use regular all-purpose flour if you’re not avoiding gluten.
🍌 Banana twist: Swap apple for mashed banana for a tropical feel.