Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat Recipe

Craving a sweet treat or a savory snack? These versatile cranberry spelt muffins are the perfect solution! Adapted from a How It All Vegan recipe, this delightful variation replaces corn kernels with tart cranberries and uses spelt flour for a naturally gluten-free twist. Enjoy them as sweet muffins with full sweetness or adjust the sugar for a savory delight. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 160 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat

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How to Make Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 6-8 cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups spelt flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, ½ cup granulated sugar (or less for savory), and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 1 flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water), ½ cup cornmeal, ¼ cup vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries.
  4. Gently mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined. Gradually add ½ - ¾ cup milk or water until the batter reaches a smooth, slightly thick consistency – not runny.
  5. Fill muffin cups about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Enjoy your delicious cranberry spelt muffins! Makes 6-8 muffins.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

37g

Fat

6g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat?

Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat?

Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat has approximately 160 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat?

The key ingredients for Corn Cranberry Muffins No Wheat are Yellow Cornmeal, Spelt Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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