Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, most components of this recipe can be prepared ahead. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving for best results.

How should I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Can I substitute ingredients in this recipe?

Absolutely. This recipe is flexible and works well with substitutions. Swap proteins, vegetables, or seasonings based on your dietary needs or what you have on hand.

Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Muffins with Honey Frosting

Name: Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Muffins - Honey Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 33 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 1/4 cup raw honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 8 tablespoons 1 stick unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 cup applesauce; 3/4 cup coconut flour; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; small pinch of sea salt; 1/2 cup enjoy life chocolate chips; 1 cup palm shortening; 3/4 cup full fat coconut milk (chilled (only the thick stuff, not the water)); 1/4 cup raw honey; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; orange zest for garnish (optional); crushed pecans (optional)

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Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Muffins - Honey Frosting

4.39 from 13 votes

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Total Time 33

Servings: 18

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Muffins

6 large eggs
1/4 cup raw honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 tablespoons 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup applesauce
3/4 cup coconut flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
small pinch of sea salt
1/2 cup enjoy life chocolate chips

Honey Frosting

1 cup palm shortening
3/4 cup full fat coconut milk chilled (only the thick stuff, not the water)
1/4 cup raw honey
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
orange zest for garnish optional
crushed pecans optional

Method

Muffins

Preheat oven to 375 fahrenheit and adjust rack to middle position
Line muffin pan with muffin liners
Whisk eggs, honey, vanilla, butter, and applesauce in a large mixing bowl or use a stand mixer
Sift coconut flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt over a medium bowl
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and whisk until well blended
Fold in chocolate chips ensuring an even distribution throughout your batter
Spoon batter into muffin cups and bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean
Remove the muffins from the oven and let cool
Once cool you can head below and make the frosting to go with them

Honey Frosting

Combine palm shortening, coconut milk, and honey in a stand mixer or mixing bowl and beat on low for 20 seconds
Scrape down the sides of your bowl and then beat on high for approximately 60 seconds until your frosting thickens
By hand, fold in your cinnamon and other optional ingredients ensuring an even distribution
Once your muffins have cooled, frost them to your liking
Enjoy

Notes

*You can not let Coconut flour sit long, as soon as you mix this batter, ensure you put it right into the oven *If you want chocolate muffins, you can add between 1/4 - 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to your taste liking *You can store these in an airtight container for 3 days *You can substitute the butter with Coconut Oil but I haven't tested it and 8 tablespoons would probably be too oily. If you do test it, start with half and please let me know how it worked.

***Recipe adapted from Deliciously Organic‘s guest post on my site for Raspberry Almond Muffins. Carrie is a genius in the kitchen as well as an accomplished cookbook author. When you get a chance, head over to her site and try any of her amazing dishes***