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Gluten-Free Crumb Cake Muffins

Deliciously soft and moist gluten-free muffins topped with a crunchy crumb topping, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Ensure it contains xanthan gum.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup sour cream Can use non-dairy alternative for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup crumb topping Refer to crumb topping ingredients below.
Crumb Topping Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the crumb topping ingredients together until crumbly.
  7. Sprinkle the crumb topping over each muffin.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of a muffin.
  2. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Enjoy these muffins warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave before serving. For extra flavor, add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter.