Easy Salted Caramel Apple Muffins Made Gluten Free

Easy Salted Caramel Apple Muffins Made Gluten Free

These easy salted caramel apple muffins made gluten-free are a delicious treat that is perfect for fall! I made these muffins and they turned out so delicious. In the fall pumpkin seems to get all the attention, I think some forget about the apples, and apples make so many great fall desserts.

These muffins have a light and fluffy texture, because of the combination of gluten-free flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Unsweetened applesauce and diced apple pieces add natural sweetness and moisture to the muffins. The caramel goes well with many fall flavors such as pumpkin, apple, chocolate, and vanilla.

I used sugar in this recipe as a natural sweetener, the Cinnamon adds a warmth and depth of flavor, to these muffins. Adding some salt balances out the sweetness from the sugar and apples.

I made these muffins gluten-free by using oat flour and gluten-free ingredients.

These muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a fall treat. They can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a warm beverage like coffee or tea. The recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results that everyone can enjoy!

About The Ingredients:

• Gluten-free flour: This type of flour is used to make the muffins suitable for individuals who are sensitive to gluten or have celiac disease. It provides an alternative to traditional wheat flour while still allowing the muffins to rise and have a pleasant texture.
• Gluten-Free Oats: The oats are added as a base to help hold the ingredients in form.
• Baking soda: Baking soda is a leavening agent that helps the muffins rise by producing carbon dioxide gas when combined with acidic ingredients.
• Baking powder: Baking powder is another leavening agent that contains both baking soda and an acid. It helps create a light and fluffy texture in the muffins by producing carbon dioxide gas when combined with moisture.
• Salt: Salt enhances the flavor of baked goods and balances out the sweetness in this recipe. It also helps regulate yeast activity and strengthens the gluten structure.
• Sugar: sugar is a natural sweetener. It adds sweetness to the muffins, coconut sugar may be used as well for a lower glycemic index compared to refined sugar.
• Cinnamon: Cinnamon adds warmth and depth to the flavor to the muffins, and complementing the sweetness of the caramel and apple.
• Unsweetened applesauce: Applesauce serves as a natural sweetener and moisture source in this recipe. It also contributes to the apple flavor and helps keep the muffins moist.
• Egg: The egg acts as a binding agent, helping to hold the ingredients together and provide structure to the muffins.
• Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds a pleasant aroma and flavor to the muffins, enhancing their overall taste.
• Apple: Diced apple pieces add natural sweetness, texture, and fruity flavor to the muffins. They also help to contribute to their moistness.
• Caramels: caramel drizzled across the top of the muffin creates a delightful caramel-apple flavor combination.
• Kohser Salt: The salted flavor sprinkled over the top of the muffin balances out the sweetness.

Ingredients:

•  2 cups gluten-free oat flour
• 1/4 cup gluten-free oats
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 apple, peeled and diced
• 1 bag caramels to melt
• Kosher Salt or popcorn salt to sprinkle on top of the muffin

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with foil baking cups and spray or spray the pan with a nonstick cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, gluten-free oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate bowl whisk together the applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the diced apple.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, using a 1/4 cup measuring cup.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool.
9. Once cooled drizzle melted caramel over the top of the muffin and sprinkle with a Kosher salt or popcorn salt.

How To Melt Caramels:

1. Melting caramels on the stove: Place a bag of unwrapped caramels into a medium-sized saucepan. Add 2 tablespoons of heavy cream and cook the caramels over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula. Add more milk or cream for a thinner consitancy.
2. Microwaving caramels: Place 14 ounces of soft caramels into a microwave-safe dish and add 2 tablespoons of milk or heavy cream. Microwave for 1 minute on high and stir until caramels are melted.
3. Using a slow cooker: Put a heat-safe bowl into the slow cooker and add unopened soft caramel candies and milk. Pour water into the slow cooker until it reaches halfway up the side of the bowl. Cook on low heat for 2 hours stirring occasionally, until caramels are melted and smooth.

Tips For Making Gluten Free Muffins:

• The gluten-free dough is sticky I usually don’t use muffin paper or tin until after the muffin is cooled, I then place the muffin in the paper.
• Each oven bakes differently so you’ll need to watch the time.
• Coconut Sugar works well in this recipe as well as maple syrup and other low-calorie baking sugars.

If you like gluten-free apple recipes my gluten-free apple oat dump cake is a great recipe as well, https://houseofmar.com/quick-and-easy-gluten-free-apple-oat-dump-cake/

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Happy Baking,

Blessings,

Mary Anne,

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