Gluten-Free Vegan Orange Poppy Seed Muffins
These gluten-free vegan orange poppy seed muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made with simple, allergy-friendly ingredients, this easy muffin recipe is perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ cup sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Optional: ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix orange juice, oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and orange zest.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Divide batter evenly into muffin cups.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until tops are lightly golden and set.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- Orange zest is essential for strong citrus flavor.
- Use a good gluten-free flour blend for best texture.
- Add a glaze for extra sweetness if desired.