My mother-in-law ate 4 of these and was surprised to hear it was low-carb

Cooktop Cove: My mother-in-law ate 4 of these and was surprised to hear it was low-carb

By Emily Monaco

Zucchini muffins may have zucchini in them, but that doesn't make them healthy. The recipe that follows is an exception to that rule. Not only are these muffins filled with lots of yummy zucchini, which adds tons of moisture, but they're also made with low-carb coconut flour and heart-healthy coconut oil (which some studies have shown even promotes weight loss).

Choose your favorite low-carb sweetener (like stevia), and don't skimp on the cinnamon – it really brings out the natural sweetness of the zucchini. If you want a hint of chocolate, add half a cup of cocoa nibs.

Low Carb Zucchini Bread Muffins

Ingredients

6 eggs
1/3 cup melted coconut oil
1/2 cup granulated low-carb sweetener
3/4 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup grated zucchini
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and put liners in muffin cups or grease with coconut oil.

2. Beat the eggs well. Add the coconut oil and sweetener and stir until smooth.

3. Add the coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and stir well to combine.

4. Fold in the zucchini and the walnuts.

5. Distribute the batter amongst the muffin cups.

6. Bake for 25 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean.

7. Serve slightly cooled.