Diabetic Blueberry Muffins

Delicious Diabetic Blueberry Muffins, so easy and fast to make

When you are craving some healthy breakfast food that is a bread or pastry, these keto friendly and low carb blueberry muffins fills the spot. These diabetic blueberry muffins are pretty straight forward and can be done quickly for a delicious breakfast snack or part of a full meal.

We use healthy blueberries that add a nice juicy flavor and color, but you can use whatever berry fruit you have available and you can also use frozen blueberries to add to this mix. This recipe is for one serving, but you can double or quadruple the recipe to make more muffins for a larger meal.

Benefits of using Blueberry for diabetics

Blueberries offer several health benefits for diabetics due to their nutrient composition and bioactive compounds. With a low glycemic index (GI), blueberries cause a slower and more gradual rise in blood sugar levels, making them a good fruit option for those managing diabetes. Their high fiber content helps regulate blood sugar by slowing down sugar absorption, preventing spikes in blood sugar levels.

Packed with antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, blueberries can improve insulin sensitivity, helping the body use glucose more effectively. Their anti-inflammatory properties can also reduce chronic inflammation, a common issue for diabetics. Additionally, blueberries are rich in essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese, supporting overall health and mitigating some complications associated with diabetes.

Consuming blueberries can improve cardiovascular health by lowering blood pressure and reducing LDL cholesterol levels, which is particularly beneficial for diabetics at higher risk for heart disease. Being low in calories and high in fiber, blueberries are a great choice for weight management, a crucial aspect of diabetes management. Including blueberries in a balanced diet can provide these benefits, but it’s important for diabetics to monitor their blood sugar levels and consult with their healthcare provider for personalized advice.

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Ingredients for these Diabetic Blueberry Muffins

1/4 cup of Almond flour

One egg

Two tsp of sugar alternative – I use Allulose but you can use any you like

Two tbsp Butter

One half tsp Cinnamon

One half tsp Baking powder

20 grams of Blue berries or whatever fruit you have available in the berry family

1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

How to make these Diabetic Blueberry Muffins

Pre-set your oven or small convection oven for 200C or 390 degrees

Melt the butter in a medium sized bowl and then add the egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, sugar alternative and the rest of the ingredients minus the flour

Mix in thoroughly and then add the flour to the mixture and make sure it is all integrated well.

When the ingredients look well mixed and doughy, add the flour to the mixture and then hand mix very well without crushing the blueberries.

Butter a ramekin or single backing pan and then pour in the mixture completely and add a few more berries to the top to add visitual appleal.

Bake in the convection or toaster oven between 12-15 minutes and check to see if the dish looks ready with a fork test or needs to bake a little longer if still semi set and ready to take out and sit.

Add to your breakfast plate, ideas to finish off your breakfast

This one serving dish is tasty but if you want to have a more complete breakfast consider the following:

Bowl of yogurt and fruit

Low carb toast and peanut butter spread or sardine spread

Scrambled eggs or omelet

That’s it Enjoy!

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