Air Fryer Blueberry Muffins with Lemon Zest
Blueberry muffins made with a gluten-free flour blend, almond flour, yogurt and lemon zest, baked in heat-safe cups in the air fryer. Estimated timing (not kitchen-tested): preparation 15 minutes; cooking 20 minutes; additional elapsed time 40 minutes; total about 75 minutes. Additional time includes the relevant cooling, chilling, soaking, marinating or resting stages. Cooling varies with room temperature and portion size. Includes about 5 minutes of air-fryer preheating. Times are planning estimates based on the instructions. Follow the stated doneness and temperature checks, and extend cooking or cooling as needed.
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum included)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 medium lemon
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
Instructions
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Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg and stir in the almond milk, Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined—avoid overmixing to maintain muffin tenderness.
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Fold in the blueberries carefully, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
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Prepare a silicone muffin tray or heat-safe muffin cups that fit your air fryer basket by lining with paper liners or lightly greasing.
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Spoon the batter evenly into 6 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Place the muffin tray in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F (175°C) for 14-16 minutes. Check doneness using a toothpick inserted into the center; it should come out clean.
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Carefully remove the tray from the air fryer and let the muffins cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve warm or at room temperature as a wholesome, sweet snack.
Recipe guidance
Timing note
Allow for preparation, 5 minutes preheating, 14-16 minutes cooking per batch, 5 minutes in-pan cooling and complete rack cooling.
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