Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Get my recipe for healthy banana peanut butter muffins; they’re naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and maple syrup for a lightened-up version of a classic. Perfect as a snack or grab-and-go breakfast!

Healthy banana peanut butter muffins

I’m no stranger to the banana bread game. From Salted Peanut Butter Banana Bread to Miso Maple Banana Bread, to my all-time classic Healthy Banana Bread, I have dozens of recipes to prove my devotion!

Today’s recipe is for healthy banana peanut butter muffins. They’re absolutely scrumptious, made with natural sweeteners like maple syrup and ripe bananas. Plus, they even have a kick of protein from Greek yogurt and peanut butter. 

Easy, nutritious, and just the right amount of sweetness – these muffins are a triple threat. So, let’s get baking!

Ingredients needed

Here’s a little bit on everything that goes into my healthy banana muffins:

• All-purpose flour: The base of these muffins is 1 ¾ cups of all-purpose flour.  
• Baking soda + baking powder: To help make our muffin tops nice and puffy, this recipe calls for 1 tsp each of baking soda and baking powder. 
• Cinnamon: 1 tsp of cinnamon adds a nice flavor, pairing seamlessly with the banana. 
• Salt: I always include a bit of salt in my baked goods as a flavor enhancer. This recipe calls for ½ tsp. 
• Bananas: The magic of these healthy banana muffins is in the type of bananas you choose. Make sure they’re ripe and spotty for the sweetest muffins possible. You’ll need two large bananas (about 1 cup mashed). 
• Avocado oil: For a bit of fat content, add ½ cup avocado oil to your batter. You can swap this for your preferred neutral oil. 
• Maple syrup:  These muffins are pretty sweet from bananas alone, though I add a touch more sweetness with ¼ cup maple syrup. 
• Plain Greek yogurt: ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt is a great binder, plus it adds a bit of protein to these muffins.  
• Egg: I use 1 egg for tender muffins. 
• Milk: This recipe calls for ½ cup milk – any type will do!
• Natural peanut butter: ½ cup of natural peanut butter makes these muffins extra creamy and flavorful, while adding a bonus touch of protein. 
• Vanilla: 2 tsp of vanilla extract makes these muffins extra tasty.
• Chocolate chips: Finally, I add 2 cups of mini chocolate chips to these muffins, because who doesn’t love chocolate?  

Kitchen tools required

To make these healthy banana muffins with peanut butter, you’ll need a few kitchen essentials. 

• Muffin tray
• Cooking oil or muffin liners 
• Medium-sized mixing bowl
• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Masher

You’ll also need some measuring cups, including 1 cup, ½ cup, ¼ cup, 1 tsp, and ½ tsp. 

How to make healthy banana peanut butter muffins

First, preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a muffin tin. You can also use muffin liners if you prefer. 

Next, whisk together 1 ¾ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, and 1 tsp cinnamon in a medium-sized mixing bowl. 

Use a masher or two forks to mash two ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl. Then, whisk in ½ cup avocado oil and ¼ cup maple syrup. Whisk in ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 egg, and ½ cup milk of your choice. 

Finish your wet mixture by adding ½ cup natural peanut butter and 2 tsp vanilla extract, whisking until combined. 

Slowly add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients – don’t overmix! Then, fold in 1 ½ cups of mini chocolate chips to complete your muffin batter. 

Fill your prepared muffin tins with batter, filling ⅔ of the way. You should get 18 muffins from this mix. Sprinkle a few remaining chocolate chips on top, then pop them in the oven for 15-17 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when you insert a toothpick in the centre and it comes out clean. 

Let your muffins cool for at least 10 minutes before chowing down!

Step-by-step Instructions on how to make Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Recipe tips

Below are some common peanut butter banana muffin questions. Don’t see the answer you’re looking for? Leave a comment at the bottom of this post!

How to serve healthy banana peanut butter muffins

This recipe is on repeat in my house because it’s great for meal prep, making a tasty snack, or an easy breakfast option. 

Grab a muffin as you’re running out the door, or serve with a side of fruit, yogurt, and a comforting beverage (preferably, coffee!). 

Optional mix-ins for banana peanut butter muffins

I highly encourage you to make this muffin recipe your own by adding your favorite mix-ins for added nutrition and flavor. Here are a few fun options for you to try:

• Swap peanut butter for almond butter or cashew butter
• Chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)
• Peanut butter or butterscotch chips
• Shredded coconut
• Peanut butter drizzle topping

Can I make these peanut butter banana muffins vegan?

You should be able to veganize this recipe with just a few easy swaps. Note that I haven’t tested this recipe with vegan ingredients, so the texture may vary. Still, I promise it’ll be delicious!

• Use vegan Greek yogurt.
• Swap 1 egg for a flax egg or vegan egg replacement.
• Use your favorite dairy-free milk; I like almond milk for baking!

Storing leftovers

Have leftover healthy banana muffins with peanut butter? Let your muffins cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. They’ll keep well on the counter for up to three days, and up to a week in the refrigerator. 

Can I freeze healthy banana peanut butter muffins?

For longer storage, these muffins freeze well for up to 3 months. To do so, wrap each muffin in a bit of plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn, then store them in an airtight container. 

When you’re ready to enjoy a muffin, let it thaw on the counter for a couple of hours, or microwave it for 30 seconds. 

If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!

Looking for more tasty recipes? You’ve come to the right place. Try any of these delicious baked goods: 

• Best Ever Cinnamon Rolls
• Orange Olive Oil Loaf
• Healthy Blueberry Banana Muffins
• Lemon Blueberry Loaf
• Raspberry Oat Muffins

Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa