Healthy Gluten-Free Chocolate Avocado Muffins Recipe
I love gluten-free desserts, and these Gluten-Free Chocolate Avocado Muffins are packed with wholesome ingredients. Yes, it’s a chocolate treat, but made with only healthy stuff like avocado, apple, and almonds—they’re not super sweet, so feel free to stir in 2 tablespoons of natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup if you’re not used to unsweetened desserts.
Why Will You Love This Recipe?
- No Flour, No Butter: You get fudgy muffins without any gluten or dairy. Just pure, simple ingredients that taste amazing.
- Sneaky Healthy: Avocado and apple keep them moist and add natural goodness. Kids won’t even guess there’s fruit inside.
- Quick to Whip Up: Blend, pour, bake—done in under 40 minutes. Perfect for when you need a treat fast.
Recipe Variations
- Extra Chocolatey: Toss in 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips for melty pockets. Use dairy-free chips to keep it vegan-friendly.
- Nutty Crunch: Swap ground almonds for hazelnut meal or add chopped pecans. A little texture makes every bite better.
- Spice It Up: Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or a pinch of chili powder. Warm spices give these muffins a cozy kick.
Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: Any blender will turn the ingredients into silky batter. No need to mash the to get a smooth mix.
- Muffin Tin: A standard 6-cup tin works perfectly for this recipe. Silicone liners make cleanup even easier.
- Spatula: Helps scrape every bit of batter from the blender. Silicone ones won’t scratch your equipment.
FAQ
Can I Freeze These Muffins?
Absolutely, they freeze great! Cool completely, wrap individually, and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
How Do I Store Them?
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days. Move to the fridge after that—they’ll last up to 5 days.
How Long Do They Last?
Room temp for 2 days, fridge for 5 days, freezer for 3 months. Always check for any off smells before eating.
What Should I Serve with Them?
Enjoy plain or with a smear of almond butter for extra richness. Fresh berries on the side balance the chocolate perfectly.
Are These Suitable for Special Diets?
They’re naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and can be vegan with flax eggs. Not keto or paleo because of the dates and apple.
Can I Make Them Sweeter?
Yes, add 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup to the blender. Taste the batter and adjust before baking.
Can I Use a Different Fruit?
Try pear instead of apple or swap dates for raisins. Keep the weight the same for best texture.
Other Recipes You’ll Love
- Healthy Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Muffins
- Healthy Raspberry Brownies
- Healthy Banana Brownies
- Healthy Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Healthy Chocolate Chickpea Truffles
- Chocolate Coconut Bites
- Oatmeal Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Oat Flour Crepes
Gluten-Free Chocolate Avocado Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 small avocado about 3.5 oz flesh
- 3.5 oz pitted dates
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 small apple cored, peeled
- 1/3 cup ground almonds
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- Coconut oil for greasing
Optional:
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with coconut oil, then divide the batter evenly.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
- Let cool in the tin, then enjoy!
