Almond Muffins with Cocoa Nibs

(makes 12)


1 cup almond meal

1/2 cup millet flour

1/2 cup brown rice flour

1 tbsp GF baking powder

1/3 cup raw sugar

1/4 tsp xantham gum powder 


1/2 cup plain yogurt or soy yogurt

1/2 cup milk, soymilk or almond milk

2 tbsp walnut oil or vegetable oil

1/3 cup egg whites

1/2 tbsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup cocoa nibs

1/2 cup walnut pieces (optional) 


  • Oil a 12 cup muffin pan.
  • Preheat oven 375F.
  • Mix the first 6 (dry) ingredients thoroughly in a large bowl.
  • Mix the next five ingredients (yogurt-vanilla extract) in a medium bowl.
  • Stir the resulting two mixtures together until just combined.
  • Add the cocoa nibs and walnuts (if using).
  • Mix a few times to distribute nibs and nut pieces evenly.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.  The tops of the muffins will be golden when they're ready.
  • Enjoy fresh out of the oven or let cool on a rack.

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