Healthy banana blender muffins made four ways for a variety of flavors like blueberry, apple cinnamon, banana walnut, and chocolate chip! This simple blender muffin recipe is made totally gluten free and uses oatmeal as the base!
Banana blender muffins are incredible. Simply because you put everything into the blender, blend it up, bake, and then you have some seriously easy and seriously delicious muffins. Making these to have on hand for a quick and easy snack is perfect for parents and kids alike!
This recipe is the best because it's a muffin base recipe that you can then go and add any different flavor combination that you want to it. We made these muffins four different ways but you could do any combination of ingredients that you want!
Since you have your blender out, you can also make my Spinach Banana Blender Muffins next to get some veggies in.
Easy dairy-free blender muffin recipes
Here's what what flavor blender muffins we did:
- Healthy chocolate chip muffins
- Healthy banana walnut muffins
- Healthy apple cinnamon muffins
- Healthy blueberry muffins
All of these muffins start with one common base that is so versatile that it works great with many different flavor combinations. So what we are saying is that we use this base muffin recipe for all of the flavor combinations and then adjust it slightly for each muffin by adding in different mix-ins.
Each of the recipes calls for the same number of dry ingredients, only the toppings and mix-ins vary. You actually just pour the batter into the muffin tin and then add in whatever ingredients you would like! I then swirled it around with a toothpick in order to get the mix-ins to be evenly dispersed.
Blender muffin ingredients
oats - rolled oats are perfect for these blender muffins! They provide a fluffy, yet hearty texture and make for the perfect base. In order to ensure gluten free muffins, be sure that your oats are certified gluten free! Another good option would be to use oat flour if you have some on hand!
eggs- we use eggs as the binding agent in these muffins and have not tried with any other egg replacement. If you try with flax eggs to make them vegan, please let us know how it turns out.
banana- not only do bananas provide a serving of fruit, but they also add a touch of sweetness to these muffins. Using ripe bananas also help keep these muffins light and fluffy.
applesauce - helps to keep your muffins moist while also giving you the nutritional benefit of fruit! We used an unsweetened applesauce for these muffins.
maple syrup - adds a touch of natural sweetness. Honey can be used as an alternate for these muffins.
baking powder + baking soda - for muffins, we use the combination of both baking powder and baking soda as we find that it provides the best lift and structure that you are looking for in a muffin!
salt, cinnamon, and vanilla - these simple seasonings take our muffin base to the next level. The sweetness of the cinnamon pairs perfectly with the vanilla and salt. Don't leave these out!
chocolate chips, blueberries, apple, walnuts - these are some of the ingredients that we decided to add to our muffins, but you can use any toppings or mix-ins that you want! To boost the protein content, sometimes I add in a scoop of vanilla protein. Just add a little more liquid to make sure it evens out.
How to make banana blender muffins
Making banana blender muffins is easy. So easy that you literally just need to throw all of your ingredients besides your mix-ins into a high powered blender, blend it up until smooth, and then pour into muffin tins.
Be careful not to over blend your muffin mixture in the blender. This will cause your muffins to rise too much and to be too chewy and gummy. You do want the batter to be smooth, but just don't let it keep running and running. All you really need to do is pulse until everything is combined. I sometimes use a spoon to make sure everything is mixed up in the blender without actually having to turn on the blender.
Once you pour your muffin base into a lined muffin tin about ¾ the way full, you can add in whatever mix-ins you want. I then use a toothpick or my finger to push them down into the batter so that they are evenly dispersed throughout the muffin. I then sprinkle a little bit more on top.
Then bake the muffins in the oven and voila! You now have blender muffins made in less than 30 minutes. Once they cool, eat them as is or top with peanut butter! They are also delicious crumbled over greek yogurt with a spoonful of nut butter.
We hope you enjoy these banana blender muffins as much as we did!
If you make this recipe, be sure to comment below and let me know how it was! Also tag @erinliveswhole on Instagram and use the hashtag #erinliveswhole so I can see it and feature you!
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Banana Blender Muffins Four Ways
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350F and line a muffin tin with muffin liners, then spray with non stick spray. Both steps are necessary unless you have silicone muffin liners.
- Add all of your ingredients to the blender, starting with the dry and working your way down the list.
- Blend until combined. You want a very smooth batter, but don't over blend. Use a spoon to make sure all areas are mixed in.
- Pour into lined + greased muffin tins, and then add in about 2 tablespoon of mix-ins.
- Using a toothpick or knife, press your mix-ins into the muffins, ensuring for even distribution throughout. Add a few more mix-ins to the top if you wish.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Store at room temperature for up to two days, or fridge for up to one week.
Jere says
Great recipe! I make these muffins all the time- I have tried each fruit/chocolate variation Erin has suggested and all are delicious. Using applesauce is a great alternative to oil. These muffins are great fresh and taste just as good after freezing. Love having a healthy and nutritious treat around!
Erin says
Hi Jere, so glad you enjoyed the muffins! 🙂
Ellen says
These blender muffins are so easy and so good!! I used to make this recipe all of the time since it requires no prep and barely any time. This weekend I had two bananas that were overripe and was ecstatic when I remembered this recipe. I hadn't made them in over 3 years, but they were just as delicious as I remembered. I love adding chocolate chips to mine.
Erin says
Hi Ellen, so happy you loved them so much and great idea! 🙂
Sydney says
I cannot tell you how many times I have made these. There are endless options to customize and they never get old. It also feels like a better breakfast in my mind than most grab and go bread-like things. So yummy and easy!
Erin says
Hi Sydney, so happy you loved them so much! 🙂
Olivia says
Hi! Would it be okay to add maybe 1/8th cup of splenda? We just found out that I’m pre diabetic and my husband has a sweeter palette than I do, and I’m trying to come up with make ahead breakfast options so I’m not skipping meals. Thank you in advance!
Erin says
Hi Olivia, I have not tried that sub, but you can definitely give it a try! Let me know how the muffins come out!
Nicole says
Do you think these can freeze if I don’t eat them all up before that suggested week is up in the fridge?
Erin says
Hi Nicole, yes for sure. Just store in an airtight container in the freezer. Let me know how they come out! 🙂
Donna Johnson says
I used pumpkin purée instead of applesauce, but otherwise followed the recipe. The muffins are delicious, dense, moist, not too sweet, and some crunch from walnuts. Yum!
Erin says
Hi Donna, so happy you loved them and made them your own! 🙂
Michelle Lewandowski says
Delicious
Erin says
Hi Michelle, so glad you enjoyed them!! 🙂
Jenny says
Made these have on hand for easy breakfasts this week & added blueberries. SO easy to make and they are delicious!
Erin says
Hi Jenny, so happy you loved them!!
Grace says
Pretty good. It didn't make a full 12 muffins just plain
Erin says
Hi Grace, so glad you liked the muffins and the amount definitely can vary by how full you fill the tin.
Ashley says
We’ve made these twice in the last few weeks and my boys love helping. Served them to a friend today and she asked for a link to your website so she can enjoy them again too! Thanks, Erin 🙂
Erin says
Hi Ashley, so happy everyone loved them!!
Julia says
Hi Erin, my muffins were delicious and so easy to make. I was wondering if you could use the mix for a waffle iron?
Erin says
Hi Julia, so glad you loved them and I haven't tried it but feel free to and let me know how it comes out!!
Leena says
Hi! If I already have oat flour can I just use that? Google says 1.5 cups would be equivalent? Thanks!
Erin says
Hi Leena, yep that should be fine! The rolled oats get made into oat flour anyway! Let me know how your muffins come out!
Leena says
Thanks! That's what I assumed. I did the apple cinnamon variety and they were awesome! I just put another batch into the oven. These are so handy for quickly using up ripe bananas!! Thanks so much.
Erin says
Hi Leena, of course!!
Ally says
These are great! I love that your recipes always have ingredients I am happy to serve to my toddler. We both love these muffins!
Erin says
Hi Ally, so happy you both loved them!!
Liz says
Is there a replacement for the Apple sauce I don't have any maybe coconut oil?
Erin says
Hi Liz, that should work! Let me know how they came out with the oil.
Lisa says
These were super easy and quick to make and even toddler approved!!
Erin says
Hi Lisa, so happy you both enjoyed them!!
Katie says
These are delicious and so easy. I've tried a few other "healthy" muffin recipes but this one has quickly become my go to.
Erin says
Hi Katie, so glad you loved them so much! 🙂
Anna Coticchio says
Made these and they were so amazing! Perfect texture and will definitely be making again!
Erin says
Hi Anna, so glad you loved them!!
talia says
So good! I used one flax egg and one chia egg (1tbsp + 3tbsp water for each) and they turned out beautifully and so much faster than muffins I would mix by hand! Definitely will make again.
Erin says
Hi Talia, so glad you loved them and made them your own!!
Divya says
Can you replace
1. Honey with date paste
2. Half of the oats with almond flour, say one cup almond flour and one cup oats?
Thank you
Erin says
Hi Divya, I think both would work. Let me know what you do and how they come out!
Hameet Kaur says
No flour? I was a tad skeptical at first. However, I love muffins for breakfast and am always on the lookout for healthy, yet delicious, recipes. So I gave this one a try, and boy, am I glad I did! My search is over. They turned out far better than expected. I tried one, and then another; my husband did the same. Thank you! This will be my forever muffin recipe! 🙂
Erin says
Hi Hameet, thanks for your kind words! I am so happy you both loved the muffins!!
Ashley says
We made these and everyone absolutely loved them! Thanks Erin!
Erin says
Hi Ashley, so happy to hear that!!