Soft and moist vegan banana crumb muffins made without eggs or dairy. A healthy, bakery-style recipe perfect for breakfast, snacks, and kids.
Not only are these vegan banana crumb muffins incredibly soft and moist, but they are also made without eggs or dairy. As a result, they are perfect for vegans, kids, and anyone looking for a healthier homemade snack.
🕒 Prep Time
15 minutes
⏱ Bake Time
20–25 minutes
🧁 Yield
12 muffins
🧾 Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- ⅓ cup coconut oil or vegetable oil
- ½ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
Crumb Topping
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp coconut oil (solid)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
👩🍳 Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tray.
Next, mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
Then, add oil, sugar, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
After that, gently add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. However, avoid overmixing, as this can make the muffins dense.
Meanwhile, prepare the crumb topping by mixing all topping ingredients until crumbly.
Now, fill each muffin cup about ¾ full. Then, generously sprinkle the crumb topping on top.
Finally, bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the muffins cool slightly before serving.
⭐ Tips for Best Results
Firstly, always use very ripe bananas, because they add natural sweetness.
Additionally, mix the batter gently to keep the muffins soft.
Moreover, letting the muffins cool completely improves texture.
If you want extra fluffiness, add a few drops of lemon juice to the batter.
🔄 Variations
- Chocolate Chip Version: Simply add ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Nutty Version: Additionally, mix in chopped walnuts or almonds.
- Gluten-Free Option: Replace flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend.
- Oil-Free Muffins: Instead of oil, use applesauce.
- Protein Boost: For extra nutrition, add 1 tablespoon peanut butter.
💚 Health Benefits
These muffins are 100% plant-based, therefore they are suitable for vegans.
Moreover, bananas provide potassium and fiber for better digestion.
Because they are homemade, they contain less fat and no preservatives.
As a result, they are healthier than store-bought muffins.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
For kids, reduce the cinnamon slightly so the flavor stays mild.
Additionally, add mini chocolate chips or raisins for fun.
Instead of regular muffins, bake them in mini trays for easy handling.
Finally, serve them with fruit spread or nut butter for a balanced snack.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Muffin – Approx.)
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
