Warm summer mornings always remind me of baking with fresh fruit. The smell of ripe peaches fills the kitchen, and suddenly it feels like a tiny celebration. That’s why today we’re making Keto Peach Cobbler Muffins — a recipe that brings comfort and sweetness while keeping carbs in check.
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Can You Eat Peaches on Keto?
Peaches can fit into a keto lifestyle when enjoyed in moderation. A medium fresh peach has about 13 grams of net carbs, so it’s smart to portion carefully.
Fresh peaches are a better choice than canned, which usually come packed in syrup and extra sugar. Even drained canned peaches often have a higher carb count.
For this recipe, we use about two medium fresh peaches for all 16 muffins. That means just a small amount of natural sweetness in each bite, while keeping the carb count friendly.
How to Make Keto Peach Cobbler Muffins
Ingredients Overview
Almond flour forms the soft, tender base of these muffins. It’s naturally low in carbs and adds a mild nuttiness.
Swerve sweetener works beautifully here for that classic cobbler sweetness without sugar. A touch of protein powder helps give structure and keeps the crumb light and fluffy.
The sour cream brings richness, and chopped fresh peaches make every bite juicy and summery.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F. Line 16 muffin cups with paper liners.
Next, peel and finely chop your peaches. Save about 1/2 cup of those pieces for topping later.
In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping. Just mix almond flour, Swerve Brown, a pinch of salt, and melted butter until crumbly.
In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, eggs, vanilla, and peach extract if using. Then stir in almond flour, Swerve Granular, protein powder, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
Fold in 1 1/2 cups of chopped peaches.
Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Top with the remaining peaches and a generous sprinkle of streusel.
Bake for 23 to 28 minutes until golden and firm to the touch. Let them cool completely before digging in – they firm up as they cool.
Tips and Variations
If you want to cut carbs even further, you can swap the peaches for berries. Blueberries or raspberries work wonderfully.
Be sure to use almond flour, not coconut flour, which behaves very differently.
The protein powder is important for texture. It helps the muffins stay tender, not dense.
For the best cobbler-like taste, I recommend using Swerve Brown for the streusel and a brown sugar substitute in general. It gives that deep, caramelized flavor we all expect.
If you’re craving another peach dessert later, check out this fresh peach cobbler recipe or my peach crumble bars recipe for inspiration.
Storage and Freezing Instructions
Store leftover muffins in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to 2 months. I like to flash-freeze them first on a tray so they don’t stick together.
Then you can grab just one or two when a craving strikes!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you thicken peach cobbler juice?
For traditional cobblers, a sprinkle of almond flour or a keto-friendly thickener like xanthan gum helps.
Does egg go in peach cobbler?
In muffins like these, yes! The eggs help bind and give structure.
Why is my peach cobbler so runny?
Extra juice from fruit can do this. Using fresh peaches and measuring carefully helps.
Do not stir peach cobbler?
For a classic cobbler, stirring after layering may affect texture. For muffins, stirring is essential to combine ingredients.
Keto Peach Cobbler Muffins Recipe Card
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Keto Peach Cobbler Muffins
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 muffins
Description
Sweet, tender, keto-friendly peach cobbler muffins packed with fresh peaches and a crumbly streusel topping.
Ingredients
1/2 cup (115 g) sour cream
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp peach extract (optional)
2 1/4 cups (235 g) almond flour
1/2 cup (91 g) Swerve Granular
1/3 cup (36 g) whey protein powder or egg white protein powder
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups (308 g) finely chopped peaches (about 2 medium peaches)
For Streusel Topping:
Almond flour
Swerve Brown
Salt
Melted butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350F and line 16 muffin cups with liners.
2. Peel and chop peaches; reserve 1/2 cup for topping.
3. Mix streusel topping ingredients until crumbly.
4. Whisk sour cream, eggs, vanilla, and peach extract until smooth.
5. Stir in almond flour, Swerve Granular, protein powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
6. Fold in 1 1/2 cups peaches.
7. Spoon batter into muffin cups 3/4 full.
8. Top each muffin with reserved peaches and streusel.
9. Bake 23-28 minutes until golden and firm.
10. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
You can substitute berries for peaches to lower carbs.
Do not substitute coconut flour for almond flour.
Protein powder helps create a fluffier texture.
Recommended sweetener: Swerve Brown for authentic cobbler flavor.
Store refrigerated up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Peach Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 167
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: NaN
- Fat: 13.1
- Saturated Fat: NaN
- Unsaturated Fat: NaN
- Trans Fat: NaN
- Carbohydrates: 6.5
- Fiber: 2.3
- Protein: 7.1
- Cholesterol: NaN
More Such Recipes
For more inspiration, you might enjoy my easy peach salsa recipe or this comforting southern peach bread recipe. They’re perfect ways to use seasonal fruit while keeping things simple.
Final Thoughts
These Keto Peach Cobbler Muffins are warm, tender, and perfect for anyone looking to enjoy summer flavors while watching carbs. I hope you’ll give them a try, leave a comment, and share your thoughts!
You can also find more recipes on my Pinterest or Facebook pages. See you there for more simple, low-carb kitchen joy.