Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Do you struggle with getting your kiddos to eat their vegetables?

When I was a pediatric dietitian I worked with countless families who struggled with this problem. Now being a mother myself, I totally get it. 

My toddler will pick out anything green in her food – and she doesn’t even know what it is. I’ve tried covering it in ketchup and mixing it into sauce – yet she still knows.

So if you’re struggling with this as well, I encourage you to keep trying. It can take 10-15 times for a child to be exposed to a new food before they agree to try it.

You can also add veggies to the foods they’re already eating. 

Like in these Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins. 

My daughter eats these right up and doesn’t even know she’s having a serving of greens at the same time. 

Some people say not to “hide” veggies in their foods, but I think the more veggies you can have them eat – the better. So why not add them into muffins as well?

Another bonus? Not only do these Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins make an easy and healthy snack for the kids, they’re also great for busy moms on the go (yes, I’m talking about you!) 

They’re super simple to make, a healthy alternative to traditional muffins, and have a touch of sweetness without a ton of added sugar. 

They’re also paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free and lower in carb compared to traditional muffins. 

So try these Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins for a healthy snack on the go.

 

Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Autumn Enloe
Healthy Blueberry Zucchini Muffins
Servings: 12
Author: Autumn Enloe

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1.5 cups zucchini, shredded about 1-2 small to medium zucchinis)
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Spray a muffin tray with oil (I use avocado oil)
    or use muffin liners.
  • Mix coconut oil, honey, eggs, almond milk and
    vanilla extract together in a medium size bowl. Set aside.  
  • Mix the almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and
    nutmeg together in a bowl.
  • Add the dry ingredients into the bowl with the
    wet ingredients and mix well.
  • Fold in the shredded zucchini and blueberries and
    mix well.
  • Add in the walnuts if desired.
  • Pour muffin mixture into each muffin liner about
    ¾ full.
  • Bake in oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the
    middle is cooked through.
  • Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator
    for up to two weeks.

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