Mighty Muffins

These Mighty Morning Muffins are your new go-to for cycle-supportive snacking or breakfast on-the-go. Made with almond flour, zucchini, carrots, and maple syrup or raw (preferable local) honey, they’re naturally gluten-free, rich in fiber, and packed with essential nutrients that help stabilize blood sugar, support gut health, and gently fuel your body with steady energy. The combination of warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, along with grated veggies, makes these muffins moist, flavorful, and grounding—perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon hormone-happy treat. They’re also another one of my "blank canvas" recipes, ready for you to tailor based on where you are in your cycle. Whether you need iron during your period or extra magnesium during your luteal phase, these muffins can be easily customized with targeted superfoods that align with your body’s natural rhythms.

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INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups almond flour

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (sprouted if possible!)

• 2 tsp cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp nutmeg

• 1 tsp baking soda 

• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt or mineral salt

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 

• 1/2 cup chopped dates and/or dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)

• 3 eggs, beaten

• 1 cup grated zucchini 

• 1 cup grated carrots 

• 6 tablespoons of grass-fed butter or coconut oil

• 1/2 cup of dark amber pure maple syrup or raw honey

• 1 tsp vanilla 

INSTRUCTIONS

• Adjust your oven rack to the center position and preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.  

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond meal, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, salt, and your choice of walnuts, raisins, dates, or chocolate chips.  

•  In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the shredded zucchini, grated carrots, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. The batter will be thick.  

• Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling them to the top. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before serving.

RECIPE NOTES/TIPS

• This recipes makes 12 muffins 

• These muffins pair beautifully with a side of bacon (no sugar added) or a glass of cold, whole milk. 

Cycle-Syncing Add-In Ideas

Swap in or add based on where you are in your cycle:

• Menstrual (Winter):
  Add chopped dried cherries (for iron), a tablespoon of hemp seeds, or extra walnuts for healthy fats and brain support (healthy brain, healthy hormone production!).

• Follicular (Spring):
  Stir in a tablespoon of ground flaxseed (for gentle estrogen support) and a handful of blueberries or lemon zest for freshness.

• Ovulation (Summer):
  Add pumpkin seeds (rich in zinc), shredded coconut, or a sprinkle of bee pollen for skin and hormone balance.

• Luteal (Fall):
  Boost with extra dark chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or a teaspoon of maca powder to support progesterone and curb cravings.