Vanilla muffins with cauliflower

Mandy Sacher

Mandy Sacher

Child nutrition expert and mother of two, Mandy Sacher, is a Paediatric Nutritionist and SOS Feeding Consultant. Her private practice focuses on prenatal and childhood nutrition, helping parents and mums-to-be feed their children healthy, nourishing foods right from the start. Mandy’s philosophy is simple: train children’s taste buds to enjoy nourishing, nutritionally...
Updated on Jun 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Vanilla muffins with cauliflower

Ingredients


  • 5 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or powder
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup (65g) apple puree (unsweetened)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) cauliflower, steamed and drained
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) maple syrup
  • 1 cup (130g) Wholesome Child gluten-free flour mix
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • Pinch sea salt


Equipment


Hand Blender using a food processor attachment


Method


  1. Preheat oven to 180°C and line a mini muffin tray with muffin liners.
  2. Place dates, egg, vanilla extract, coconut oil, apple puree, cauliflower and maple syrup into the processor and process until smooth
  3. Next, add all dry ingredients and process until well combined.
  4. Place batter into mini muffin liners and bake for 15-20 min s or until a cake tester or knife comes out clean.
  5. Allow to cool on a rack and enjoy them plain or topped with your favourite frosting.
  6. Serve immediately, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 4 months.

Tip


Replace the gluten-free flour mix with spelt flour. If the Medjool dates are hard, soak for 3-5 mins in hot water. Discard excess water.

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