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    Salted Plains » Recipes » Breads & Muffins

    Flourless Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins

    Published: Apr 5, 2018 · Modified: Feb 15, 2020 by Tessa · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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    These Flourless Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins take minutes to prepare. Made with wholesome ingredients, they make for a healthy breakfast option. Substitute almond butter for a peanut-free muffin option. 

    Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins

    What's your go-to comfort food?

    I hate to talk about the weather, but the up and down of temps can take a toll. Some days I'm ready to go into hibernation and others to break out the short sleeves. Either way, I'm afraid winter's not done with us quite yet.

    With the cold blasts lingering, I'm finding myself craving comfort foods. Peanut butter has always been at the top of the list for me. 

    Muffin ingredients

    Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins Ingredients

    Pair that with my favorite meal of the day—breakfast—and the morning starts on a high note. While I wanted these peanut butter muffins to be simple, I also wanted them to be wholesome. Just like my chocolate oatmeal. Here's what you'll need:

    • Unsweetened applesauce
    • Creamy natural peanut butter
    • Maple syrup
    • Ground flaxseed
    • Vanilla extract
    • Gluten-free oats

    Peanut Butter Oat MuffinsWhen you fold in gluten-free oats for heartiness, it also incorporates healthy whole grain goodness.

    Then, applesauce adds additional fiber and vitamin C. Plus, it replaces the egg. Natural sweetener maple syrup adds its own supply of protective antioxidants. 

    In addition to a nutritionally packed muffin, I just love how simple the ingredients are in this gluten-free muffin recipe.

    Muffins

    Can You Substitute Other Nut Butters?

    Absolutely.

    If you need these flourless peanut butter oatmeal muffins to be peanut-free, substitute almond butter or cashew butter. Kid-friendly, adult-friendly, crazy weather-friendly. Enjoy!

    Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins
    Muffins

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    Flourless Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins

    These Flourless Peanut Butter Oatmeal Muffins take minutes to prepare. Made with wholesome ingredients, they make for a healthy breakfast option. Substitute almond butter for a peanut-free option. Gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free. 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 18 muffins
    Calories: 152kcal
    Author: Tessa

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
    • 1 cup natural peanut butter well stirred
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • 1 flax egg 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water
    • 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • pinch of salt
    • 1 cup gluten-free oats

    Optional Toppings

    • ¼-1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
    • ¼ cup gluten-free oats

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone muffin cup liners and a second one with 6 (or do in two batches) or spray tin with cooking spray. Paper liners may tear muffin apart during removal.
    • In the bowl of a food processor or high speed blender (I prefer food processor), add applesauce, peanut butter, maple syrup, flax egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt. Process until just combined, stopping occasionally to wipe down sides with rubber spatula. 
    • Fold in gluten-free oats until evenly incorporated. 
    • Using a ¼ measuring cup, fill muffin cups just over half full**. Sprinkle oats or chocolate chips or both on top. 
    • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Transfer muffin tin to a wire cooling rack and allow to cool completely. If baked without liners, loosen edges with a sharp knife.
    • Serve or store muffins in an airtight container. 

    Notes

    **Due to the egg-less nature of these muffins, don't fill muffins cups more than directed in instructions. If too full, the sides of the muffins will rise too quickly. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 152kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. DIANE RABIN

      January 10, 2020 at 9:32 am

      any link to calories/nutrition content? love the muffins!!!

      Reply
      • Tessa

        February 15, 2020 at 9:48 am

        Thank you so much! Not at the moment, but hope to add that soon!

        Reply
    2. Regina

      October 03, 2019 at 12:12 am

      5 stars
      Our family really enjoyed these muffins. I used homemade sweetened applesauce and they were perfectly sweet.

      Reply
    3. puja

      April 11, 2018 at 4:43 am

      I and my hubby loves peanut butter. So this recipe is going to be a big hit in my family. Thank you for sharing.:)

      Reply
      • Tessa

        April 17, 2018 at 7:57 pm

        I'm so glad! Thank you, Puja!

        Reply
    4. Kelsey @ Appeasing a Food Geek

      April 09, 2018 at 5:40 am

      I am with you on the peanut butter vibes here gf! Also this weather. Will it ever get warm?! xo

      Reply
    5. Traci | Vanilla And Bean

      April 06, 2018 at 11:40 am

      OMGeee the weather. Seems so many are having cold, wet, springs. Wet here for sure, but good for us as we had a terrible drought last summer we're still recovering from. So... I'm okay with all the rain (snow for the mountains). But I am looking forward to warmer days for sure! Rob loves for me to pack oat muffins in his lunch and there are so many ways! I love how you've included apple sauce here, Tessa. SO scrumptious!

      Reply
    6. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

      April 06, 2018 at 7:55 am

      5 stars
      These sound like the most satisfying healthy little breakfast muffins Tessa! I've been trying to incorporate more healthy options into our breakfast menu. I'll definitely be adding these!

      Reply

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