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Keto Cinnamon Muffins

These Keto Cinnamon Muffins are a delightful treat! Bursting with warm cinnamon flavor, they're perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins:
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup golden erythritol
  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter for topping
  • 1 tablespoon golden erythritol for sprinkling on top
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment paper (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Grease a muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, cream cheese, and golden erythritol until smooth.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, mix almond flour, cinnamon, and baking powder.
  5. Step 5: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in the chopped pecans.
  7. Step 7: Scoop the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  8. Step 8: Mix melted butter, golden erythritol, and optional cinnamon for the topping, then drizzle over the batter.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Step 10: Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Ensure eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Don’t overmix; the batter should be just combined.
  • Substitute pecans with walnuts or omit for a nut-free version.
  • Add a pinch of vanilla extract for extra flavor.