Blueberry Muffins with Lemon Blackberry Glaze

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Blueberry Muffins with Lemon Blackberry Glaze
45 min.
6
449kcal

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Indulge in the delightful taste of our Blueberry Muffins with Lemon Blackberry Glaze—perfect for breakfast or brunch! These muffins are not only incredibly satisfying but also align with various dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves six people, making them a fantastic option for family mornings or cozy gatherings with friends.

Using wholesome ingredients like almond meal and golden flax meal, each muffin is baked (or rather, dehydrated) to perfection, achieving a delightful texture that will leave your taste buds craving more. The burst of fresh blueberries adds a natural sweetness and antioxidant power, while the lemon blackberry glaze provides a zesty twist that elevates the muffins to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Imagine the enticing aroma wafting through your kitchen as you prepare these lovely treats. They not only boast a mouthwatering flavor but also carry a wholesome nutritional profile, with a balance of healthy fats, protein, and carbs. Whether you enjoy them warm from the dehydrator or chilled from the fridge, these muffins are bound to become an essential part of your morning routine. Get ready to impress your loved ones with a delectable, guilt-free treat that they won’t be able to resist!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons agave nectar 
  • 1.7 cups almond flour 
  • tablespoons blackberry juice (from)
  • 1.5 cups blueberries fresh
  • 0.5 cup cashew pieces fine
  • tablespoon coconut oil 
  • cup ground flaxseed whole ()
  • tablespoons juice of lemon (from)
  • 0.3 teaspoon sea salt 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoon water filtered as needed

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • mixing bowl
  • blender
  • muffin liners
  • muffin tray
  • dehydrator

Directions

  1. To make the muffins, mix together the almond meal, flax meal, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the agave syrup, vanilla, and coconut oil and mix well.
  3. Add the water and mix to a batter consistency. Fold in the blueberries.
  4. Place 6 cupcake liners into a muffin pan and spoon about 1/2 cup dough into each.
  5. Place the pan in the dehydrator and dehydrate at 104°F for 4 to 6 hours, until the batter is dry and to desired consistency.
  6. To make the glaze, combine the cashews, blackberry juice, lemon juice, agave syrup, and water in the Personal Blender with the 1-cup container and blend until smooth.
  7. To serve, frost each muffin with the glaze.
  8. Will keep for several days refrigerated. Can be frozen for several weeks and thawed. Warm muffins in the dehydrator at 104°F for an hour or two before serving.
  9. From Ani's Raw Food Desserts: 85 Easy, Delectable Sweets and Treats by Ani Phyo. Copyright © 2009 by Ani Phyo. Food photographs Copyright © 2009 by Seth Beck. Used by permission of Da Capo Press.

Nutrition Facts

Calories449kcal
Protein11.51%
Fat63.82%
Carbs24.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.37
Glycemic Load
3.46
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.081739121157%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.13mg
Petunidin
11.67mg
Delphinidin
13.11mg
Malvidin
25.01mg
Peonidin
7.51mg
Catechin
1.96mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
0.23mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.61mg
Myricetin
0.48mg
Quercetin
2.86mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:449.41kcal
22.47%
Fat:33.85g
52.07%
Saturated Fat:4.84g
30.24%
Carbohydrates:29.44g
9.81%
Net Carbohydrates:17.59g
6.4%
Sugar:11.5g
12.78%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:108.59mg
4.72%
Alcohol:0.75g
100%
Alcohol %:0.73%
100%
Protein:13.73g
27.47%
Manganese:0.97mg
48.51%
Fiber:11.85g
47.4%
Magnesium:138.8mg
34.7%
Vitamin B1:0.51mg
33.76%
Copper:0.59mg
29.29%
Phosphorus:239.99mg
24%
Iron:3.58mg
19.89%
Calcium:140.35mg
14.03%
Selenium:9.07µg
12.96%
Vitamin K:13.54µg
12.9%
Zinc:1.84mg
12.3%
Vitamin C:8.93mg
10.83%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.47%
Potassium:329.73mg
9.42%
Folate:31.21µg
7.8%
Vitamin B3:1.15mg
5.76%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.63%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.09%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.73%
Source:Epicurious