Chocolate Raspberry Muffins

Every now and again, I get a little hankering for some chocolate – especially during the holidays! I gave into temptation the other day and picked up a bag of dairy and soy-free chocolate chips — don’t freak out, I grabbed fresh raspberries too! Home I went to bake Paleo Chocolate Raspberry Muffins, dairy and grain free.

My kids didn’t know what to think when they got home from school!

Makes 2 dozen.

DRY INGREDIENTS

1 cup coconut flour

¾ tsp. sea salt

1tsp. baking powder

½ tsp. cinnamon

¼ tsp. nutmeg

WET INGREDIENTS

12 eggs

2 tsp. vanilla

1 cup pure maple syrup

½ cup coconut milk

1/3 cup coconut oil, melted

FRUIT FILLER

2 cups fresh raspberries

TOPPER

1 cup chocolate chips, I used a package of ‘Enjoy Life Eat Freely’ chocolate chips – I found them at Whole Foods, dairy-free – soy-free. http://www.enjoylifefoods.com/chocolate-for-baking/mini-chips/

BAKING INSTRUCTIONS

1) In a large mixing bowl, sift together dry ingredients until combined.

2) Add wet ingredients and beat 2 minutes.

3) Carefully fold raspberries into the mix, try not to squish ‘em!

4) Fill muffin cups ½ way and top with a sprinkle of chocolate chips. Gently pat chocolate chips into place.

5) Bake in a 350 degree pre-heated oven for 35 minutes.dairy

5) Let cool a few minutes before removing from pan.

Life’s to short not to enjoy a sweet treat every now and again. Thankful!!! for dairy and grain free options!!

From my kitchen, to yours… enjoy!!