These Keto Blueberry Muffins are not just low carb and gluten free, they are also time tested and have tons of rave reviews in the comments. Try them for yourself and let us know whether or not they are the best keto blueberry muffins you’ve ever tasted!
I’m updating this keto blueberry muffin recipe post from way back in 2013, but I decided to leave some of the original text because it was our 20 year anniversary and I like knowing it’s recorded here. By the way, we did finally make it to Europe/Italy on our 25th anniversary, and then again in 2019. This fall we celebrate 28 years of wedded bliss, and I might make these keto blueberry muffins to mark the occasion – just for old time’s sake. 😊
I’ll get to this keto blueberry muffin recipe soon, but please bear with me for a moment first (or hit the jump the recipe button to skip ahead.)
Yesterday Mr. Hungry and I celebrated our 20 year wedding anniversary. I know right? It snuck up on me too! We got hitched when I was just 20 and he was a whopping 21 years old. I’d totally frown on that now – shaking my head sadly and saying “those kids are way too young to get married!”
But when you know, you know – and we just knew. Marrying Mr. Hungry is the smartest decision I ever made, and I’ve never once regretted it.
For years now, we’ve been planning all sorts of elaborate trips that we’d take to mark our 20th year. Italy, South America, New Zealand – something epic! But our life has taken some interesting turns in the last few years, and our anniversary day was definitely different than what either of us would have predicted 5 years ago.
We have dinner plans with friends this weekend, and a trip to CT and NYC next month, but to mark the actual day we simply had what we’re calling a “family fun day.” We took Hungry Jr. to Chuck E Cheese, had lunch at Chipotle, hit the Barnes and Noble, the Asian Market, and a local thrift shop, and came home to hang out together.
Even though it wasn’t the epic journey we had planned, we are grateful to be healthy, happy, and together when so many families are not.
Sometimes stripping down to the simple things and time spent in each other’s company are all you need to appreciate how much you really have.
And we have everything we could possibly ask for.
Except these keto blueberry muffins. Because I finished them all last week. And now there is a giant gaping hole in my morning where this muffin should be.
Even my coffee tasted better when enjoyed alongside these muffins.
These keto blueberry muffins make everything better.
Every. Thing.
If you’re already happy, these muffins will make you outright ecstatic. If your day is a little gloomy, one of these low carb blueberry muffins will be like your own personal ray of sunshine. If you are outright irritated, they will at least take the edge off and lessen the chances of your incarceration by day’s end.
It’s a bold claim I know, but I make it with confidence.
And the reason is that this is no ordinary keto blueberry muffin. Oh no friends, this muffin is so extra that I had to shorten the title for this update from “Low Carb Bluebery Streusel Muffin with Lemon Cream Cheese Icing” to, simply “Keto Blueberry Muffins.”
Because Google’s search feature is a cruel and heartless task master. (That’s a story for another day/recipe though.)
But seriously, we’re talking perfect blueberry muffin texture and flavor, topped with the lightest of lemon flavored streusel/cookie toppings, and then a creamy lemon icing that pulls it all together and tastes like you must be cheating.
No need to take my word for it though! Check out the comments section and then get thee to the kitchen and try these amazing keto blueberry muffins for yourself!
Then be sure to rate the recipe below, and tag me @ibreatheimhungry on IG if you post it in your story!
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Keto Blueberry Muffins – Low Carb
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 muffins 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
A delicious keto blueberry muffin recipe with a crunchy streusel topping and lemon flavored icing. Low carb and gluten free.
Ingredients
For the muffins:
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute (I used Swerve)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup superfine blanched almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum OR 1 teaspoon psyllium husk powder
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
For the streusel topping:
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup superfine blanched almond flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
For the icing:
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar substitute (granulated can work also)
Instructions
For the muffins:
- Cream the butter and sweetener together until smooth.
- Add the eggs, beating well after each.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Combine the almond flour, coconut flour, salt, baking powder, and xanthan gum (or psyllium husk powder) in a medium bowl.
- Add to the wet ingredients and mix well.
- Pour in the almond milk and blend until smooth.
- Stir in blueberries.
- Divide the batter between 8 greased muffin tins – with or without paper liners.
For the streusel topping:
- Melt the butter and add the rest of the streusel ingredients.
- Stir until a dough forms.
- Using your fingers, crumble the streusel over the tops of the muffin batter.
- Bake the muffins at 375 degrees for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and cool.
For the cream cheese icing:
- Whip the softened cream cheese with the sweetener and lemon juice until smooth.
- Spoon into a ziploc bag and cut off the very tip with scissors.
- Squeeze the icing over the cooled muffins and serve.
Notes
Approximate net carbs per muffin = 4g.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Keto desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one muffin
- Calories: 266
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
Do you love keto blueberry recipes as much as I do?
If so then you’re going to want to check out this collection of the best keto blueberry recipes that I’ve curated from allllll over the internet over the last few years! With blueberry season on the horizon, you’ll want to keep this handy so you can make full use of your blueberry bounty!
Yoeshua says
These are soooo good the best keto blueberry muffin I’ve had I made them again tonight with strawberries and cream cheesecake frosting (I mixed a teaspoon of sugar free cheesecake pudding) in the icing mix with a splash of heavy cream I can’t wait to try them tomorrow morning.
Mellissa Sevigny says
Love this idea, I can’t wait to try it thanks for sharing!
Mellissa Sevigny says
If you consolidated the batter and there was less room in the cups for streusel, then that is probably why you ended up with too much of it.
Ginger says
Thank you for this yummy sounding recipe Melissa! I am quite excited to try these delicious sounding muffins. Has anyone subbed in protein powder for some of the flour? If so, what was your ratio? Thank you so much in advance.
Summer Fullerton says
I just made these tonight they are 10/10 fantastic. We will definitely make these again. Thank you!
Sheri says
I made these muffins today and they were melt in your mouth delicious! My husband couldn’t even leave them alone and he typically doesn’t care for my keto friendly treats. Thank you for an amazing recipe!
Mellissa Sevigny says
This is high praise Sheri, thanks so much for letting me know they were a hit with the hubby too!
Jeannie says
I made 8 perfect muffins in these cute cups from Home Goods. Thanks for a great recipe Mellissa! Quick question: Do they need to be refrigerated?
Mellissa Sevigny says
I always do refrigerate or freeze them, just to be on the safe side!
Kate says
Makes getting up something to look forward to — unless, you, like me, think about these muffins at 2:00 am and just can’t wait for the alarm to go off.
Mellissa Sevigny says
I thought I was the only one that laid awake at night thinking of morning muffins (and coffee!) 😂
Luana Thermos says
Where do you get those adorable muffin cups?
Mellissa Sevigny says
I picked up these blue ones at TJ Maxx, but you can also find tons of cute paper muffin cup options on Amazon!
Lori from Martinez, CA says
Made these this morning. So yummy! I made it with Stevia. For the Streusel topping I reduced the flour down to a few Tbl and added 1/2 cup Peacans and a few shakes of Cinnamon. The bottom of the muffin cups was a bit too oily for the first six muffins. So for the second round I mixed in a Tbl of Coconut flour and Almond flour and put the rest in a small baking dish. I didn’t feel the icing was necessary, so I omitted that step. I usually have to put butter on my coffee cake type of pastries, but because these were so buttery, this is the first time I didn’t feel it necessary to add any extra. I will make this again and again.
Lynne says
Best Blueberry Muffins in my opinion!! I haven’t made them yet with the toppings as I find them so delicious as is! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe… It’s a winner!!
Mellissa Sevigny says
Thanks so much! I haven’t made these in years but your comment reminded me to make a batch as soon as I can get ahold of some blueberries!