These incredibly delicious almond muffins with coconut and white chocolate are a true gem for pastry lovers. The combination of nut flour and desiccated coconut nods to the traditions of European patisseries, where texture and deep flavor are highly valued. The muffins boast a crispy crust and a moist, porous crumb, while the white chocolate chips create delightful sweet bursts inside. This recipe yields 6 small muffins, so if you are using a larger pan, feel free to scale up the ingredients. These baked treats stay perfectly fresh in an airtight container, making them an ideal companion to your morning coffee.
This luxurious muffin combines the tenderness of almond flour and the sweetness of white chocolate under a snowy coconut topping.
Ingredients
- 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) unsweetened yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 85 g (3 oz) granulated sugar
- 50 g (1.8 oz) almond flour
- 70 g (2.5 oz) all-purpose flour
- 20 g (0.7 oz) desiccated coconut
- 35 g (1.2 oz) unsalted butter (plus extra for greasing)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 40 g (1.4 oz) white chocolate
- Vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, cornmeal
For the garnish
- 10 g (0.3 oz) runny honey or maple syrup
- Desiccated coconut
How to Make Almond Muffins
Grease the muffin tin cavities with softened butter. Spread the butter generously so no bare spots remain.
Thoroughly grease every corner of the pan to prevent sticking and ensure a perfect bake.
Sprinkle cornmeal into each cavity, about half a teaspoon per cup.
Coating the pan with cornmeal will give the sides of the muffins a delightful, slightly crunchy texture.
Tilt and tap the pan so the cornmeal sticks to the butter. Tap out any excess cornmeal.
Tap out any excess cornmeal by inverting the pan to leave a thin, even layer.
Pour unsweetened yogurt into a mixing bowl, add a pinch of fine salt, and crack in one large egg (or two if small).
Yogurt makes these muffins incredibly soft and moist inside.
Add granulated sugar and a teaspoon of vanilla extract, then whisk the ingredients together.
Whisk the mixture until smooth so the sugar begins to dissolve.
Melt the butter in a saucepan and let it cool. Pour the melted butter into the wet ingredients and whisk thoroughly once more.
The butter should be melted but not hot to prevent the egg from scrambling.
Fold in the almond flour, all-purpose flour mixed with baking powder, and desiccated coconut. Mix the batter; it should be quite thick. If it seems too runny, you can add a little more all-purpose flour.
Almond flour gives the bake a rich nutty aroma and a tender, crumbly texture.
Fold the white chocolate into the batter. I highly recommend using small chips or callets so you do not have to chop a bar. At this stage, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Small chocolate chips distribute evenly throughout the batter, creating sweet bursts in every bite.
Portion the batter into the prepared muffin cups, using about 2 tablespoons per muffin to fill them two-thirds full.
Leave a little space in the cups, as the muffins will rise significantly during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Exact baking time depends on your pan’s size and your oven’s characteristics, so it might take slightly more or less time.
Check for doneness with a wooden skewer; it should come out clean when inserted into the center.
Brush the hot muffins with runny honey and sprinkle with desiccated coconut, which sticks beautifully to the honey. You can easily substitute the honey with maple or simple syrup.
The final touch of honey and desiccated coconut makes the muffins look truly festive.
Serve these almond, coconut, and white chocolate muffins with your favorite tea or aromatic coffee, savoring every bite. If you want to elevate this simple dessert into a restaurant-style dish, try pairing it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh raspberries—their tartness perfectly balances the sweetness of the chocolate. For storage, it is best to use an airtight glass container so the coconut aroma does not escape and the crust does not turn soggy.
By the way, a generous swirl of whipped cream makes an excellent festive decoration. Simply whip chilled heavy cream with a little powdered sugar and a drop of vanilla extract, then pipe it onto the completely cooled muffins. Do not be afraid to experiment with the base: adding lemon or lime zest will give the batter a bright citrus note that harmonizes beautifully with the coconut.
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