Sugar-Free Oatmeal Apple Carrot Muffins
First off, thank you for stopping by! Whether you’re new to sugar-free living or simply looking to bake something cozy and nourishing, I’m so happy you’re here. Today’s recipe is one of those magical bakes that makes your kitchen smell like home and your body feel amazing.
These Oatmeal, Apple & Carrot Muffins are naturally sweet, flourless, and oh-so-wholesome. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even a healthy treat—they’re made with whole oats, fresh fruit and veggies, and absolutely no added sugar. Just goodness in every bite.
These warm, sugar-free muffins are packed with oats, grated apple, carrots, raisins, and apricots—making them naturally sweet and totally satisfying. No flour. No sugar. All comfort.
Ingredients Sugar-Free Oatmeal Apple Carrot Muffins
- 2 cups (200 g) rolled oats, chopped in a blender
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk of your choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc.)
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 apple, grated
- 9 dried apricots, rinsed in hot water and chopped
- 4 tablespoons raisins, rinsed in hot water
Instructions Sugar-Free Oatmeal Apple Carrot Muffins
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
- Blitz the oats in a blender or food processor until they resemble coarse meal.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats and baking powder.
- Add milk and stir to combine.
- Fold in the grated carrot, apple, apricots, and raisins.
- Spoon mixture evenly into muffin cups.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until muffins are golden and firm to touch.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from tin. Serve warm or room temp.
Notes
- These muffins don’t rise much, so you can fill the cups nearly to the top.
- Great to batch-make and freeze!
- Perfect for lunchboxes and toddler snacks.
Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 muffins
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Healthy Comfort
- Diet: Sugar-Free, Flourless, Vegetarian
- Keywords: no sugar muffins, flourless breakfast, healthy apple carrot muffins
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Grater
- Mixing bowl
- Muffin tin
- Muffin liners or oil spray
Nutrition (Per Muffin, approx.)
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g (natural)
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Helpful Tips Sugar-Free Oatmeal Apple Carrot Muffins
- Soak dried fruits in hot water to plump them up—they’ll be juicier and more flavorful.
- Use a fine grater for apple and carrot so they melt into the muffins.
- For a spice boost, add ½ tsp cinnamon or ginger.
Substitutions and Variations Sugar-Free Oatmeal Apple Carrot Muffins
- No raisins? Swap with chopped dates or cranberries.
- No apricots? Try figs or extra apple.
- Want protein? Add a spoon of almond butter or a beaten egg.
- Need it vegan? Use plant-based milk and skip eggs.
Frequently Asked Questions Sugar-Free Oatmeal Apple Carrot Muffins
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
Yes, though the texture may be slightly softer. Rolled oats give better structure.
Can I add nuts?
Absolutely! Walnuts or pecans would be amazing here—just chop them finely.
Can I freeze these?
Yes! Let them cool fully, then freeze in a zip bag. Reheat in oven or microwave.
Are these muffins suitable for kids?
Definitely! They’re naturally sweet, soft, and packed with nutrients—great for lunchboxes.
More Recipes You’ll Love
Looking for more wholesome, sugar-free baking ideas? Check these out:
- Healthy Peach Oatmeal Bars – Link Recipe 1
- No Sugar Banana Bread – Link Recipe 2
- Flourless Blueberry Breakfast Cake – Link Recipe 3
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Thanks again for baking with me. Here’s to living simply, baking joyfully, and finding sweetness in all the right places (no sugar needed)!
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Cozy Sugar-Free Oatmeal, Apple & Carrot Muffins (No Flour!)
Description
These warm, sugar-free muffins are packed with oats, grated apple, carrots, raisins, and apricots—making them naturally sweet and totally satisfying. No flour. No sugar. All comfort.
Ingredients
2 cups (200 g) rolled oats, chopped in a blender
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup (240 ml) milk of your choice (almond, oat, dairy, etc.)
1 carrot, grated
1 apple, grated
9 dried apricots, rinsed in hot water and chopped
4 tablespoons raisins, rinsed in hot water
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
Blitz the oats in a blender or food processor until they resemble coarse meal.
In a large bowl, combine the oats and baking powder.
Add milk and stir to combine.
Fold in the grated carrot, apple, apricots, and raisins.
Spoon mixture evenly into muffin cups.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until muffins are golden and firm to touch.
Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from tin. Serve warm or room temp.
Notes
These muffins don’t rise much, so you can fill the cups nearly to the top.
Great to batch-make and freeze!
Perfect for lunchboxes and toddler snacks.
