Easy Buckwheat Flour Muffins | Gluten-Free & Vegan

Soft. Nourishing. Guilt-Free.
These Buckwheat Flour Muffins are your answer to a clean, plant-based treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacking, or meal prep. Made using Kuttu ka Atta (Buckwheat Flour) and Oat Flour, this recipe is light, fluffy, and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar.

Whether you want something for your child’s tiffin, your own 4 PM cravings, or a sattvic-friendly sweet bite, you’ve found it.

🌟 Why You’ll Love These Muffins

✔ Naturally gluten-free & vegan
✔ Refined sugar-free – sweetened with coconut sugar
✔ Light texture, mildly earthy taste
✔ Sattvic – no eggs, no dairy, no preservatives
✔ Versatile batter – can also make pancakes!

🥄 Ingredients (Makes 6–8 muffins)

• 2 cups Buckwheat Flour (Kuttu ka Atta)

• 1 cup Oat Flour

• ¼ cup Coconut Sugar

• ¼ tsp Salt

• ½ tsp Vanilla Extract

• 1 cup Water (adjust as needed)

👩🍳 How to Make It

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line or grease a muffin tray.
2️⃣ In a mixing bowl, combine buckwheat flour, oat flour, coconut sugar, and salt.
3️⃣ Add vanilla extract and slowly mix in the water. Stir to form a smooth, thick batter.
4️⃣ Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling ¾ full.
5️⃣ Bake for 20–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
6️⃣ Cool slightly and enjoy warm or store in an airtight container.

✨ TIP: To make pancakes, pour the same batter onto a hot greased pan and cook on both sides until golden brown.

📽️ Watch the Recipe Video

🛒 Shop the Ingredients

• Gluten-Free Buckwheat Flour (Kuttu Atta)

• Whole Grain Oat Flour

• Coconut Blossom Sugar

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is buckwheat flour?
   Buckwheat flour (also called Kuttu ka Atta) is a naturally gluten-free flour made from buckwheat seeds. It’s commonly used during Indian fasting and is rich in fibre and minerals.

2. What are the benefits of buckwheat flour?
   Buckwheat flour is high in antioxidants, magnesium, and rutin. It supports heart health, helps regulate blood sugar, and is a great alternative for gluten-sensitive individuals.

3. Is buckwheat flour the same as kuttu atta?
   Yes, kuttu atta and buckwheat flour are the same. It’s a popular ingredient during Navratri and other fasting periods in India.

4. What are some recipes for buckwheat flour?
   You can make dosas, pancakes, muffins, uttapam, tikkis, rotis, and cookies with buckwheat flour. It’s versatile and sattvic-friendly.

5. Is this muffin recipe gluten-free?
   Yes. Both buckwheat flour and oat flour used here are naturally gluten-free.

6. Can I make this muffin recipe without sugar?
   Yes. You can skip the coconut sugar or replace it with mashed banana or dates for a naturally sweet twist.

7. What is oat flour?
   Oat flour is finely ground oats. It’s naturally gluten-free (if certified), high in fibre, and provides a soft texture to baked goods.

8. Are these muffins suitable for diabetics?
   While they contain coconut sugar (which has a lower glycemic index than refined sugar), portion control is still advised for diabetics.

🍽️ Perfect For:

• Healthy Tiffins

• Fasting Days (Upvas)

• Light Dessert Cravings

• Vegan Meal Prep

• Post-Yoga Snacks