Vegan and Gluten-Free Strawberries and Cream Dream Muffins

Name: Vegan and Gluten-Free Strawberries and Cream Dream Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum included) (Forms the tender, elastic crumb.); 3/4 cup organic cane sugar (For gentle sweetness; substitute coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.); 1 tbsp baking powder (Lifts the muffins into fluffy domes.); 1/2 tsp baking soda (For even rise and texture.); 1/2 tsp fine sea salt (Balances the sweetness.); 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat milk) (Adds moisture; use soy milk if you need extra protein.); 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (Reacts with milk for tender crumb.); 1/3 cup sunflower oil or melted coconut oil (Keeps muffins soft and dairy-free.); 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (Warms and rounds flavors.); 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries (Choose ripe, fragrant berries for best flavor.); 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese, slightly softened (Creates the dreamy creamy pockets.); 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional) (To sweeten the vegan cream cheese swirl.)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

These delightful vegan and gluten-free muffins are bursting with fresh strawberries and a creamy center, perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet treat.

Updated at: Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:21:46 GMT