Vegan Banana Oat Muffins
In short: Soft muffins made with ripe bananas, rolled oats and maple syrup, with no eggs or dairy. A good make-ahead breakfast that freezes well. It takes about 37 min in total and makes 12 servings.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 22 min
- Total
- 37 min
- Servings
- 12
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 215 kcal
Ripe bananas do the work of eggs in these muffins, binding the batter and keeping it moist, so no egg replacer is needed. Rolled oats add a little chew, maple syrup and brown sugar add sweetness, and oil keeps the crumb soft. The batter is mixed in two bowls and is ready for the oven in 15 minutes. They freeze well, which makes them useful for busy mornings.
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl until almost smooth. Whisk in the oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, oat milk and vanilla.
- In another bowl, stir together the flour, 90 g of oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
- Add the dry mixture to the banana mixture and fold until just combined. Let the batter stand for 5 minutes so the oats soften and thicken it.
- Divide the batter among the cups, filling them about three-quarters full, and sprinkle with the extra oats.
- Bake for 20 to 24 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then move the muffins to a rack so steam can escape.
Tips
- Use bananas with plenty of brown spots. If they are only just ripe, add another tablespoon of maple syrup.
- Fold in 60 g (1/2 cup) chopped walnuts or dairy-free chocolate chips for extra texture.
Questions and answers
Can I make these banana oat muffins gluten-free?
Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats. The muffins will be a little more delicate, so cool them fully before lifting them out.
How do I store and freeze vegan muffins?
Keep them in an airtight container for 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a bag for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature.
Why are my vegan muffins gummy?
The bananas may have been very wet or the muffins underbaked. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean and cool them on a rack so steam can escape.
How long does it take to make Vegan Banana Oat Muffins?
About 37 min in total: 15 min of preparation and 22 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Vegan Banana Oat Muffins?
About 215 kcal per serving, with 3 g of protein, 34 g of carbohydrates and 7 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 215 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 34 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 240 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
