Healthy mini chocolate chip muffins made with coconut flour are perfect for anyone following a low-carb or keto plan, or for those seeking a tasty gluten-free muffin.
A friend recently tried these low-carb muffins and loved them. The original version didn’t include chocolate chips, but Allison added them and the mini muffins looked so inviting that I updated the post, recipe, and photos to include her change. Enjoy!
Healthy Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins (low carb chocolate chip muffins coconut flour)
With the kids back in school, afternoons can be hectic—homework, projects, and activities fill our schedules. I like to keep simple, parent-approved snacks on hand so the kids can help themselves. These mini muffins are an easy option: bite-sized, lower in carbs, and studded with chocolate chips, they make a welcome treat for small hands and smaller appetites.
I appreciate that these healthy chocolate chip muffins rely on coconut flour. Coconut flour is high in fiber and absorbs a lot of liquid, so you need less of it compared with traditional flours. The recipe also calls for oat fiber, which softens the coconut flavor and improves texture—use a certified gluten-free oat fiber if you need to avoid gluten. Full-fat coconut milk provides both moisture and richness, and a touch of sweetness.
While some people are put off by coconut flour from previous experiences, a well-balanced recipe can yield tender, mild-tasting baked goods that pair beautifully with chocolate chips. These muffins are especially suitable for anyone starting a low-carb or ketogenic diet because of the lower net carbs and satisfying texture.
These mini chocolate chip muffins are easy to make!
Oat fiber comes from the husk of the oat groat and is nearly pure fiber. In small quantities it enhances baked goods made with coconut flour by improving structure and yield, though it does add bulk of fiber, which contributes to carbohydrate counts. The combination of coconut flour and oat fiber yields a tender, mild muffin that showcases the chocolate chips perfectly.
Healthy Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins are 1.2 net carb each
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Healthy Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins (Coconut Flour Chocolate Chip Muffins)
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ¼ cup oat fiber
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup low carb sweetener
- ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
- ¼ cup sugar-free chocolate chips (add last)
Wet Ingredients
- ½ teaspoon Stevia glycerite (or more granulated sweetener to taste)
- 5 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- ¾ cup full-fat coconut milk
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a mini muffin pan with baking spray or line with paper liners.
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Whisk together all dry ingredients (except the chocolate chips) in a medium bowl to break up any lumps.
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In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients until combined.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry and beat with a hand mixer until fully combined. Fold in the chocolate chips, then let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the coconut flour and oat fiber to absorb moisture.
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Divide the batter evenly among the mini muffin cups. Bake about 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Makes 24 muffins at approximately 1.2g net carbs per muffin.
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Notes
Calories from Fat 31
Nutrition
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