Citrus Free Almond Flour Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Warm spices, tender apple, and a drizzle of cinnamon-maple glaze make these muffins the kind of thing that disappears from the counter before they've even fully cooled. The almond flour base keeps them moist and naturally dense in the best way — nothing dry or crumbly here. For anyone navigating a citrus-free lifestyle, baked goods can be tricky because lemon juice and orange zest sneak into so many recipes as flavor brighteners or leavening aids. This one skips all of that entirely, using apple cider vinegar as the acid that activates the baking soda, so the lift comes without any citrus involvement whatsoever. Diced fresh apple folded into the batter adds little pockets of sweetness throughout, and the optional walnuts give a satisfying crunch if you're into that. The cinnamon-maple topping caramelizes slightly in the oven, giving each muffin a glossy, bakery-worthy finish. They're the kind of recipe you'll want to keep on rotation all fall and winter long.

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