The coffee cake keto muffins are amazing! They are sweet but without being too sweet, have
a pleasant texture, and are super filling!
They are also freezer friendly, so I made a large batch and kept them in my freezer. Then once I want to eat one, I just pop it in the microwave real quick.
I used swerve brown sugar and oh my god it’s fantastic, I highly advise it for this recipe because it adds a sweet caramel-like flavor that’s just super delicious.
Before you create this keto cinnamon coffee muffins, let’s answer some popular questions, shall we?
Can I eat muffins on keto?
Yes. But only if you’re using a keto-friendly flour and other keto-friendly ingredients.
How many carbs are in a coffee cake muffin?
In a non-keto muffin, and depending on what else is in the muffin, you can likely expect around 60 grams of carbs.
What flour is suitable for the keto diet?
The best keto-friendly flours are almond flour, almond meal, coconut flour, ground flaxseed, or chia seed flour. You may also need a binding agent such as xanthan gum,
What is a good sweet snack on keto?
Some keto-friendly go-to sweet snacks are strawberries, blueberries, blueberries, raspberries, dark chocolate, and these coffee cake keto muffins.
Is cinnamon a keto?
Yes! Cinnamon is an excellent alternative to sugar; remember that moderation is vital. Cinnamon does still contain carbs.
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Ingredients to Make These Healthy Muffins
These muffins are soft, flavorful, and low in carbs—perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. Each ingredient plays a key role in keeping the recipe keto-friendly while delivering great texture and taste.
Almond flour – Provides a soft, moist base and keeps the muffins low in carbs.
Coconut flour – Adds structure and absorbs moisture, helping the muffins hold their shape.
Baking powder – Gives the muffins a light, fluffy rise.
Cinnamon – Adds warm, cozy spice that’s classic in coffee cake.
Nutmeg – Enhances the flavor with a subtle, sweet spice note.
Sweetener – Keeps the muffins sugar-free while adding the perfect touch of sweetness.
Butter (melted) – Adds richness and keeps the muffins moist.
Eggs (beaten) – Help bind everything together and give structure to the batter.
Heavy cream – Brings extra moisture and richness to the muffins.
Water – Helps balance the batter so it’s not too thick.
Vanilla extract – Adds a smooth, sweet flavor that pairs well with the spices.
For the topping:
Almond flour – Creates the base of the crumb topping.
Cinnamon – Adds that signature coffee cake flavor.
Sweetener – Makes the topping sweet without sugar.
Butter (melted) – Helps bind the topping and gives it a golden finish when baked.
How To Make This Recipe
Now that you have all the ingredients, it is time to make these coffee muffins by simply following the steps below.
- To prepare the topping for this muffin recipe, add the almond flour, cinnamon, sweetener, and butter in a large bowl and mix well. After you have combined the topping mixture, set it aside.
- Now to bake the muffins, start by preheating the oven to 350F.
- Next, use a cupcake pan and place muffin liners in there or cupcake liners and set it aside.
- Using a mixing bowl, add the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener and blend.
- Next, add the butter and end beaten eggs, heavy cream, water, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and mix all the ingredients.
- Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes to allow the coconut flour to absorb the liquid.
- Pour the batter into the liners and top them with the topping.
- Place pan into the oven and bake until they are done about 10 to 23 minutes. (Insert a toothpick and when it comes dry muffins ae done)
- Your Coffee Cake Keto Muffins is ready to serve!
Have you tried Coffee Cake Keto Muffins? Then make sure to rate and review this recipe! Your feedback helps others and supports more delicious low-carb creations. Don’t forget to save it to your keto breakfast board so you can come back to it anytime. Happy baking!
Coffee Cake Keto Muffins
These coffee cake keto muffins are soft, moist, and topped with a sweet cinnamon crumb. They’re made with almond and coconut flour for a low-carb base and just the right amount of warm spice. If you're looking for an easy keto breakfast or snack, these muffins are a great choice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Almond flour
- ¼ cup Coconut flour
- 1 tbsp. Baking powder
- ½ tsp. Cinnamon
- ¼ tsp. Nutmeg
- ⅓ cup Sweetener
- ⅓ cup Butter, melted
- 5 Eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup Heavy cream
- ¼ cup Water
- 1 tsp. Vanilla extract
Topping
- ⅓ cup Almond flour
- 1 tsp. Cinnamon
- 2 tbsp. Sweetener
- 3 tbsp. Butter, melted
Instructions
- Start by preparing the crumb topping. In a small bowl, mix almond flour, cinnamon, sweetener, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture looks like coarse sand. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a cupcake pan with muffin liners and set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener. Stir until blended.
- Add melted butter, beaten eggs, heavy cream, water, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes so the coconut flour can absorb the liquid.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin liners.
- Sprinkle the prepared crumb topping over each muffin.
- Bake for 18–23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
Notes
- Letting the batter rest before baking is important—coconut flour needs time to absorb liquid for the right muffin texture.
- Use room temperature eggs to help the batter mix more evenly and rise better.
- Don’t skip the crumb topping—it adds that classic coffee cake texture and flavor.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For freezing, wrap them individually and store in a zip-top bag. Reheat in the microwave for 20–30 seconds.
- You can swap the sweetener with your favorite keto-friendly alternative if preferred.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 342Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 150mgCarbohydrates: 46gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 9g
This calculations might not be accurate.
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