The following recipes make gluten-free muffins in all different ways, but what they all have in common is that they taste great! You’ll find sweet muffins dotted with chocolate chips, fruit-forward muffins with fresh blueberries or blackberries, and savory muffins that make a great breakfast. Many of these gluten-free muffin recipes are perfect for all kinds of diets, from vegan to paleo.
So pour that gluten-free muffin batter into your muffin tin and bake up some delicious muffins, guaranteed to make your busy mornings easier!
Gluten Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
These Banana Muffins with Almond Flour are the perfect afternoon snack. Moist, tender, and packed with banana flavor.
Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins
These gluten-free Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins are deliciously moist and studded with melty chocolate chips! A great use for extra zucchini.
Almond Flour Blackberry Muffins
These Almond Flour Blackberry Muffins are a healthy, delicious snack or breakfast option. Packed with fresh blackberries and totally gluten-free and dairy-free!
Lemony Almond Flour Muffins
Lemony Almond Flour Muffins have a moist crumb and a lightly sweet and lemony flavor. Almond flour adds mild nuttiness, and makes this recipe gluten-free! Perfect drizzled with this simple lemon glaze.
Blueberry Buckwheat Muffins
Tender and moist, these easy blueberry buckwheat muffins are healthy, gluten-free, vegan and refined sugar-free. They have a moist crumb, juicy blueberries, and a delicious nutty, earthy flavor.
Jalapeno Muffins
Spice up your mealtime with these irresistible Jalapeno Muffins with a cheesy twist! These savory morsels are the perfect blend of spicy jalapeños and melty cheese.
Raspberry Gluten Free Muffins Recipe
Moist and tender, these gluten-free raspberry muffins are studded with fresh juicy raspberries. Ready in 30 minutes, this raspberry muffin recipe is a family favorite!
Gluten-Free Vegan Blueberry Muffins
Plump, juicy blueberries dot these scrumptious bakery-style gluten-free vegan blueberry muffins bursting with flavor.
Coconut Flour Muffins with Carrots and Raisins
This Coconut Flour Muffin recipe is naturally sweet and oh-so moist. Enjoy the delicious blend of flavors and textures in every bite, and inhale the comforting aroma that fills your kitchen as these muffins are baked.
Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins
These Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins are scrumptious. They are also dairy-free, grain-free, and refined sugar-free making them Paleo-friendly as well.
Ricotta Chocolate Chip Muffins
These Ricotta Chocolate Chip Muffins are fluffy, rich, and loaded with creamy ricotta and melty chocolate chips in every bite. Made with wholesome ingredients, these gluten-free, sugar-free treats taste like bakery muffins without the carbs.
Banana Pecan Muffins With Nut Crunch Streusel Topping
These Banana Pecan Muffins are moist, nutty, and perfectly sweetened with maple syrup. They're a wonderful twist on the classic banana bread recipe, but in muffin form. An ideal snack or breakfast option.
Cakey Blueberry Protein Muffins
Light and tender, these blueberry protein muffins make the perfect post-workout snack. With 14 grams of protein per serving, these high-protein muffins are sweetened with just a hint of maple syrup and fresh blueberries.
Healthy Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Super easy, delicious, and healthy double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are packed with nourishing ingredients and big flavor. Gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free!
Banana Protein Muffins
These Banana Protein Muffins made with almond flour are a nutritious and delicious option for breakfast or a midday snack. The almond flour adds a nutty flavor and the added protein will help to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Morning Glory Muffins
These soft, moist Morning Glory muffins are filled with banana, grated carrot, apple, and oats, offering a nutritious bite in every mouthful. Great for busy mornings or a grab-and-go snack, they’re easy to bake and full of goodness.
Raspberry Polenta Muffins
These raspberry polenta muffins have a little grit, a lot of heart, and no extras. Just almond flour, polenta, and berries doing their thing.
Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins
Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins taste like fall, Thanksgiving, and everything warm and homey about the holidays. They’re an easy to make option for breakfast, snacks, or sides.
Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins
You're going to love these gluten-free blueberry muffins that are bursting with blueberries and lemon zest. With only ten ingredients, and two bowls, you can have this gluten-free blueberry muffin recipe rising in the oven.
Keto Snickerdoodle Muffins (Gluten-Free)
These moist and fluffy Keto muffins have the classic snickerdoodle flavor! Enjoy them with a piping hot cup of coffee or as an afternoon treat.
Gluten-Free Apple Streusel Muffins
These delicious Gluten-Free Apple Streusel Muffins are moist, sweet, and topped with a crunchy cinnamon crumble. Finished with the perfect drizzle of sweet icing, they make the ultimate morning treat.
Double Chocolate Sweet Potato Muffins - Flourless
These double chocolate sweet potato muffins are fudgy, and packed with deep chocolate flavor. Made with mashed sweet potatoes, almond butter, and cacao powder, they have the perfect balance of moisture and structure. No dry muffins here!
Almond Flour Banana Muffins (Gluten Free)
These almond flour banana muffins are refined sugar free and oh so tasty. You can whip up a batch for a quick breakfast, healthier dessert, or a tasty afternoon snack. The natural sweetness from ripe bananas and maple syrup make these the perfect sweet treat!
Paleo Morning Glory Muffins With Zucchini (high protein)
Give your breakfast a flavor boost with these gluten-free morning glory muffins! Sweetened with bananas and dried fruit, these muffins are packed with goodness and hidden veggies!
Gluten-Free Buckwheat Flour Apple Muffins
These easy, healthy, and delicious Gluten-Free Apple Buckwheat Flour Muffins are full of fiber, protein, and the perfect blend of spices. They are also free from refined sugars, making them a great breakfast, snack or dessert!
Cinnamon Roll Muffins
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these Cinnamon Roll Muffins made with almond flour. A sweet indulgence that brings a healthy twist to a classic treat.
Gluten Free Double Chocolate Blueberry Banana Muffins
These chocolate blueberry banana muffins are moist, rich in flavour and packed with juicy fruit. These tasty muffins can be enjoyed for breakfast, or as a snack or dessert.
Moist Gluten Free Blueberry Chocolate Chip Muffins
These moist gluten-free blueberry chocolate chip muffins are the perfect kid-friendly dessert! This easy gluten free muffin recipe brings together juicy blueberries and decadent chocolate chips for the perfect marriage of flavors to satisfy any picky eater.
Easy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice Muffins Recipe
This gluten-free pumpkin spice muffin recipe is more than just a delicious fall treat—it’s a bridge to cherished memories and a healthier way to indulge in seasonal flavors.
Hope you’ve enjoyed this list of the best gluten free muffins. From healthy muffins to bakery-style muffins, to muffins perfect for an indulgent breakfast, there’s something for everyone here.
What is Gluten?
Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It gives traditional baked goods their structure and elasticity. It’s what makes pizza dough stretchy and gives crusty French bread its chew. In regular muffins, gluten traps air bubbles and helps the batter rise. This creates the delicate crumb in a good muffin. The good news is that with the right balance of gluten-free flours and binders, you can create that same tender, fluffy crumb in a gluten-free muffin.
Why You’ll Love These Gluten Free Muffins
- Soft, tender crumb with no dense or gritty texture
- Big flavors from citrus to berries to chocolate to cozy spices
- Great for meal prep, as many of these muffins freeze beautifully
- Variety of gluten-free approaches, from using 1:1 GF flour replacements to naturally GF options like almond flour or buckwheat
What You’ll Need for the Best GF Muffins
Because this roundup includes a variety of gluten-free baking styles, you’ll see a mix of classic pantry ingredients and a few specialty flours. Here are some of the ingredients you may need:
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (many include xanthan gum for structure)
- Almond flour, buckwheat flour, coconut flour, or polenta
- Almond butter or nut butters (for richness and moisture in some versions)
- Eggs
- Baking powder and/or baking soda
- Sugar or maple syrup
- Oil or melted butter
- Milk or yogurt
- Vanilla extract and spices
- Fresh fruit, nuts, or chocolate
If you bake gluten-free often, keeping a few alternative flours on hand opens up a lot of possibilities.
Besides the ingredients, you won’t need any fancy equipment for these recipes, though you will need a standard 12-cup muffin tin and paper liners. I also recommend an ice cream scoop for portioning out the muffin batter and a digital kitchen scale for measuring your ingredients (particularly important with alternative flours!).
How to Make Gluten Free Muffins
These recipes demonstrate that there are so many ways to make gluten-free baked goods right now. Sometimes you can just replace all purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Or you might choose to use other alternatives to wheat flour: almond flour, coconut flour, potato starch, rice flour, and more. Xanthan gum is handy in a lot of gluten-free recipes because it mimics gluten and acts as a binder and stabilizer. Try some different recipes and see what you prefer!
A Few Tips for the Best Gluten Free Muffins
- Measure carefully, as gluten-free flours can be a bit finicky. Spoon and level your flour (don’t scoop straight from the bag), or better yet, use a kitchen scale to weigh your ingredients.
- Squeeze excess liquid out of moisture-rich add-ins like zucchini, as too much water can make muffins soggy
- Don’t overmix. Gluten-free batters don’t need aggressive mixing — stir just until combined. Overworking can lead to dense muffins.
- Make sure you know how to check that a muffin is fully baked. A toothpick should come out clean, and the muffin tops should spring back lightly when pressed.
How to Store Gluten Free Muffins
When it’s time to store your muffins, make sure to use an airtight container. In general, gluten-free muffins are often quite moist and so will last for at least a few days.
Note that if you are looking for ingredients for gluten-free baking, I highly recommend Bob’s Red Mill. They have a ton of gluten-free products to choose from.
Whether you’re craving something fruity, chocolatey, or protein-packed, these gluten free muffins recipes prove that gluten-free baking can be anything but boring. So preheat that oven, grab your favorite mixing bowl, and treat yourself to a batch (or three)—because every day’s better with a freshly baked muffin.
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