Chai Peach Streusel Muffins

Name: Chia Peach Streusel Muffins
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups GF/Paleo all purpose flour; 1 cup almond flour; 1 cup coconut sugar; 1/4 cup ground flax; 1 tbsp chai spice; 2 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 2/3 cup almond or coconut milk; 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or avocado oil; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups peaches chopped in small pieces; 1/4 cup chopped almonds; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 3 tbsp almond flour; 2 tbsp coconut sugar; 2 tbsp melted coconut oil or vegan butter; 1 tsp cinnamon; 2/3 cup powdered monk fruit or sugar; 2 tsp dairy free nut milk

There’s something about the combination of peaches and warm chai spices that feels like a hug in muffin form. These Chai Peach Streusel Muffins are soft, tender, and packed with juicy bites of peach, cozy cinnamon-y chai spices, and the most irresistible golden streusel topping. And while they taste like something you’d pick up from your favorite little bakery, these muffins are made with wholesome ingredients and are gluten-free, dairy-free, and naturally sweetened without refined sugars. They’re just the right amount of sweet, with plenty of warm spice and peachy goodness in every bite.

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I love making a batch on a slow morning when the kitchen is quiet and the smell of chai and peaches starts filling the house. Naturally sweetened and made with nourishing ingredients, they’re perfect alongside your morning chai or coffee, as an afternoon snack, or whenever you’re craving something cozy and homemade. Think fragrant chai spices, juicy peaches, a soft muffin crumb, and a golden streusel topping in every bite. These are the kind of muffins that make your kitchen smell incredible and prove that healthier baking can still be seriously delicious!

Why you will love these muffins

Bursting with juicy peach flavor – Fresh, sweet peaches make every bite soft, fruity, and delicious.
Warm chai spices – Cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and other cozy spices give these muffins their irresistible fall-inspired flavor.
That streusel topping – A golden, crumbly topping adds just the right amount of sweetness and texture.
Made with wholesome ingredients – A healthier twist on traditional muffins while keeping all the comfort and flavor.
Perfect for peach season – A delicious way to enjoy those ripe summer peaches before the season slips away.
No refined sugar – Naturally sweetened for a more wholesome treat you can feel good about enjoying.
Gluten and Dairy free — A delicious option for anyone avoiding gluten or dairy, without sacrificing that classic bakery-style muffin texture.

Ingredients you will need

For the Muffin Batter

GF 1:1 All-Purpose Flour – A convenient gluten-free flour blend that helps give these muffins their soft, tender, bakery-style texture. Using a 1:1 blend makes gluten-free baking simple and approachable.

Almond Flour – Adds a lightly nutty flavor and rich, tender texture to both the muffins and streusel. It also helps keep these muffins wonderfully moist.

Coconut Sugar – A naturally caramel-like sweetener that adds a warm depth of flavor and pairs beautifully with the peaches and chai spices.

Peaches – The star of the show! Juicy, ripe peaches add natural sweetness, moisture, and little bursts of fruity goodness throughout every muffin.

Nut Milk – Helps bring the batter together while keeping the muffins completely dairy-free. Use your favorite unsweetened variety, such as almond, cashew, or oat milk.

Chai Spices –A cozy blend of warming spices that gives these muffins their signature chai flavor. Think fragrant cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and other aromatic spices. I use a chai tea powder by the brand Blue Lotus Chai.

Cinnamon – Adds a sweet, warming spice that complements both the juicy peaches and crunchy streusel topping.

Ground Flax – Adds a boost of wholesome goodness while helping provide structure and moisture to the muffins.

Nuts – Chopped nuts add a delicious crunch and nutty flavor to the streusel. Pecans and almonds are especially delicious here, but feel free to use your favorites.

Avocado Oil – A mild-flavored oil that keeps the muffins soft and moist without overpowering the delicate peach and chai flavors.

Vanilla Extract – Enhances all of the warm, sweet flavors in the muffins and adds a little extra bakery-style coziness.

Baking Powder – Helps the muffins rise, creating a light and fluffy texture.

Baking Soda – Works alongside the baking powder to give the muffins a beautiful rise and tender crumb.

Melted Coconut Oil – Helps bind the streusel ingredients together while adding a subtle coconut flavor and creating those irresistible golden, crumbly clusters on top. You can also use vegan butter or ghee.

Powdered Monk Fruit – Used to make the simple glaze without refined sugar. It adds sweetness while keeping the glaze light and drizzle-friendly. Powdered sugar can also be used if preferred.

How to make the chai peach streusel muffins

Make the streusel

In a small bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut sugar, chopped almonds, chopped pecans, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted coconut oil or butter until the mixture is crumbly and evenly coated. Place the streusel in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the muffin batter.

Make the muffin batter

In one bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped peaches, being careful not to overmix the batter.

Fill the muffin cups and Bake

Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, using about ¼ cup of batter per muffin. Remove the streusel from the refrigerator and generously sprinkle it over the top of each muffin. Bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before adding the glaze.

Make the glaze

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered monk fruit sweetener (or powdered sugar) and 2–3 teaspoons of nut milk, adding the milk a little at a time until you reach your desired drizzling consistency. Once the muffins have completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the tops. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.

Store or freeze

Store the muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days. You can also freeze them for longer-term storage. For the best texture and flavor, warm the muffins slightly before enjoying!

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Total Time 55

Course Baked Goods, Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 12 Muffins

Equipment

1 muffin tin
12 Muffin cups

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups GF/Paleo all purpose flour
1 cup almond flour
1 cup coconut sugar
1/4 cup ground flax
1 tbsp chai spice
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda

Wet Ingredients:

2/3 cup almond or coconut milk
1/4 cup melted coconut oil or avocado oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups peaches chopped in small pieces

For the Streusel Topping:

1/4 cup chopped almonds
1/4 cup chopped pecans
3 tbsp almond flour
2 tbsp coconut sugar
2 tbsp melted coconut oil or vegan butter
1 tsp cinnamon
2/3 cup powdered monk fruit or sugar
2 tsp dairy free nut milk

Instructions

Make the streusel: In a small bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut sugar, chopped almonds, chopped pecans, and cinnamon. Stir in the melted coconut oil or butter until the mixture is crumbly and evenly coated. Place the streusel in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the muffin batter.
Make the muffin batter: In one bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Fold in the chopped peaches, being careful not to overmix the batter.
Fill the muffin cups: Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, using about ¼ cup of batter per muffin.
Add the streusel and bake: Remove the streusel from the refrigerator and generously sprinkle it over the top of each muffin. Bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool the muffins: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before adding the glaze.
Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered monk fruit sweetener (or powdered sugar) and 2–3 teaspoons of nut milk, adding the milk a little at a time until you reach your desired drizzling consistency.
Glaze and enjoy: Once the muffins have completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the tops. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
Store or freeze: Store the muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days. You can also freeze them for longer-term storage. For the best texture and flavor, warm the muffins slightly before enjoying!