Strawberry Basil Breakfast Muffins
Equipment
- Cooling rack
- Large bowl
- medium bowl
- Silicone cupcake liners 6
- spoon
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 cup erythritol sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries hulled and finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
- Olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 190°C for 3 minutes.
- Combine the almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Combine the strawberries, vanilla extract, melted butter, and eggs in a medium bowl.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Fold the chopped basil into the batter without overmixing.
- Lightly grease 6 silicone cupcake liners with olive oil.
- Divide the batter evenly between the cupcake liners.
- Place the liners in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 7 minutes until the muffins are set and lightly golden.
- Transfer the muffins in their liners to a cooling rack.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Use ripe, flavorful strawberries and chop them finely so they are distributed evenly throughout the muffin batter. Add the basil at the end and fold it gently through the mixture. Overmixing the batter can make the finished muffins heavier. Fresh basil works best in this recipe. Its aromatic flavor provides a fresh contrast to the sweetness of the strawberries without overpowering them. Allow the muffins to cool in their silicone liners for 5 minutes after air frying. This gives the centres time to set and makes the muffins easier to remove.Wine Advice
For brunch, a fresh Cava pairs nicely with the strawberries and aromatic basil. Its crisp acidity and bubbles provide a refreshing contrast to the soft, buttery muffins.Nutrition values
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About This Recipe
Strawberry Basil Breakfast Muffins combine sweet fresh strawberries with aromatic basil in a soft, lightly sweet muffin. Almond flour and coconut flour replace conventional wheat flour, while erythritol provides the sweetness. The combination of berries and fresh herbs gives these muffins a bright flavor that works particularly well for breakfast and brunch.
Fresh Strawberries with Aromatic Basil
Fresh strawberries provide moisture, sweetness, and plenty of fruity flavor. Finely chopping them helps distribute the berries evenly throughout the batter. Basil adds a fresh herbal note that complements the fruit surprisingly well. For more recipes using berries and other fresh ingredients, explore our Fruit Recipes.
Quick Muffins from the Air Fryer
These air fryer strawberry muffins cook in only a few minutes. Silicone cupcake liners hold the batter neatly while circulating hot air cooks the muffins evenly. If you enjoy quick baking recipes, take a look at our Air fryer Recipes and Cupcakes-Brownies Recipes.
Almond and Coconut Flour
Using almond and coconut flour gives the muffins a tender texture and makes them suitable for a Gluten-Free diet when all individual ingredients are certified gluten-free. Erythritol replaces conventional sugar, making the recipe useful for anyone browsing our Low Carb Recipes. The muffins are also suitable for a Vegetarian diet.
Perfect for Breakfast or Brunch
Serve the muffins slightly warm or completely cooled. They make an easy addition to a Breakfast or Brunch table and are also convenient as a small Snack. Their fresh strawberry flavor makes them especially appealing when berries are in season.
The strawberry and basil combination also makes these muffins a lovely option for Mother’s Day or a relaxed Weekend breakfast. With fresh fruit, fragrant basil, and a soft almond and coconut flour crumb, Strawberry Basil Breakfast Muffins offer something different from an everyday fruit muffin without making the recipe complicated.