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Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins [dairy-free + sugar-free]

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These gluten-free mocha cherry muffins are rich, chocolatey, and packed with protein from Nuzest’s Real Coffee vegan protein. Try this easy, healthy recipe and save on Nuzest with code HEALTHYHELPER.

Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins [dairy-free + sugar-free]

If you’re looking for a healthy baked treat that satisfies your chocolate cravings and gives you a boost of plant-based protein, these Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins are the perfect solution. Made with whole food ingredients and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and applesauce, these muffins are ideal for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert.

Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins [dairy-free + sugar-free]

And here’s a bonus: they’re powered by Nuzest’s Real Coffee Clean Lean Protein, giving each muffin a subtle mocha flavor and an energizing kick that is perfect for coffee lovers. Plus, you can use code HEALTHYHELPER at checkout to save on all your Nuzest favorites.

Why You’ll Love These Muffins

  • Gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Packed with plant-based protein
  • Rich mocha flavor with bursts of cherry sweetness
  • Easy one-bowl prep with minimal clean-up

With wholesome ingredients like oats, ripe bananas, and unsweetened cocoa powder, these muffins offer fiber, antioxidants, and energy in every bite.

Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins [dairy-free + sugar-free]

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Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins

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  • Author: Kaila Proulx
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 9 muffins
  • Category: sweet snacks
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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1 cup quick oats

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 cup liquid egg whites

1 scoop Nuzest Real Coffee vegan protein (code HEALTHYHELPER saves $$!)

2 very ripe bananas

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 cup applesauce

1/4 cup dried unsweetened cherries, chopped

Optional: 1/4 cup vegan sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin pan with 9 aluminum muffin liners.

In a food processor, combine all ingredients except cherries and chocolate chips. Puree until smooth. Scoop batter into a bowl and fold in cherries and chocolate chips (if using!). Stir until evenly distributed. Divide batter into muffin tins.

Bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out cleanly from the tops of the muffins. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before storing in the fridge.

Tips for Success

  • Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Don’t skip the Nuzest protein! It enhances the mocha flavor while adding plant-based protein. Remember to use code HEALTHYHELPER to save.
  • Aluminum muffin liners provide the best structure and are easy to peel.

The Health Benefits of Coffee and Cherries

This flavor combo isn’t just delicious. Coffee, cocoa, and cherries are packed with antioxidants and have natural anti-inflammatory properties. When combined in a balanced muffin like this, they provide both taste and nutritional benefits!

Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins [dairy-free + sugar-free]

Where to Buy Nuzest Protein

I used Nuzest Real Coffee Clean Lean Protein for this recipe, which adds both flavor and high-quality pea protein. You can grab your own tub from Nuzest’s website and use the discount code HEALTHYHELPER at checkout.

These Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins are a balanced, energizing snack or breakfast you’ll want to keep on hand. With no added sugar, a touch of natural caffeine, and antioxidant-rich cherries, they’re as functional as they are flavorful.

Try them and let me know what you think, and don’t forget to use HEALTHYHELPER for savings on your Nuzest order.

 
 
 
 
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81 responses to “Gluten-Free Mocha Cherry Muffins [dairy-free + sugar-free]”

  2. I love these healthy and gluten-free mocha cranberry muffins! Love that you included avocado for healthy fats and applesauce to skip butter or oil. I’m sure they taste great!

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  9. Muffins are always my favorite thing to bake <3 And I love baking with coconut yogurt! It makes for awesome texture and moisture. These look super rich and I can't believe you snuck avocado in there too 😮 If I had to choose which one to smell for the rest of my life it'd be coffee, but to eat the rest of my life it'd be chocolate 😀

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    • Ooooh I think I’d have to agree with you there! But then again, chocolate has a pretty amazing smell too! So tough to choose favorites…especially when it comes to foo!

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  11. Wow, I’ve never heard of this yogurt, but it looks SO YUMMY Kaila in those moist, mocha muffins. I can’t wait to try this recipe, Lord willing, soon. :))

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  12. These look delicious and I love mocha and cranberries! I was just commenting that I have so many frozen cranberries in the freezer because I always stock up and was told they are a fall food. Umm no they are delicious year round, it’s not my fault they are harder to find at certain times during the year, which is why I stock up!
    Thank you for linking up with us for Meatless Monday!

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  16. I’ll bet these are really moist and have great layers of flavor with that coffee yogurt. They sound fantastic! I’d love to have you share this recipe at the Healthy Living Link Party that will open at 8 pm EST on Wednesday. Thanks! Blessings, Leigh

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  23. Kaila, I have never used yogurt in baking, and I can see that I need to start. Although I am too a hater of the word moist, I do love my baked goods to have that moist, gooey center. I am pinning this recipe because I absolutely have to make this!

    By the way, I had seen this on social media a few weeks ago and I definitely put my vote in for you. Good luck with the contest, this is a fantastic recipe and deserves kudos!

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  25. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe at the #RecipeSharingParty! I hope to see you next week. Pinned and Yummed. Please visit Over the Moon for more sharing fun! Don’t forget to comment your link #’s so I can be sure to visit.

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  27. These sound delicious! I always seem to have leftover cranberries in my cupboard so will definitely be giving these a go…nice change!

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  28. I’ve never used avocado as fat in baking, but I may have to give it a try. I usually use all unsweetened applesauce. These look really good.

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  29. Moist isn’t my favorite word either, but when talking about gluten free baking items I’m all for it! Too many gluten free recipes turn out dry, so I love ones that don’t. Looking forward to trying these. I’ll have to pin this so I remember to try it next time I have some spare time to bake! I’ll come back and rate it too after I try it. 🙂

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  31. Your Mocha Cranberry Muffins look wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday. Have a great weekend and come back soon!
    Miz Helen

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  39. These look delicious and perfect that they are gluten free as I am currently trying to cut gluten out of our diet . These look like the perfect healthy snack option! #YumTum

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