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Lemon Chia Oat Muffins

Flourless Lemon Chia Muffins

Light and zesty flourless lemon muffins made with oat flour, applesauce, and chia seeds. Naturally gluten-free, moist, and perfect for a quick snack or breakfast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Gluten-Free
Servings 12 muffins

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups oat flour certified gluten-free
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup white sugar
  • 0.5 cup applesauce
  • 0.5 cup coconut oil melted, or use butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • zest of 2 lemons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners, or spray with non-stick coating.
  • In a small mixing bowl, stir together oat flour, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, applesauce, and melted coconut oil. Then add lemon juice, lemon zest, milk, vanilla, and eggs. Whisk until well combined.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir to combine. Fold in chia seeds until fully incorporated.
  • Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until muffin tops are springy to the touch and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let cool slightly and enjoy!

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days or in the fridge for up to a week.