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These healthy banana muffins are perfection! They are bursting with luscious banana flavor. There is no oil or butter in these muffins! We added applesauce for a super tender muffin without all of the fat. These muffins are a delicious breakfast or snack. Also, they are perfect for meal prep or freezing. I am sure these classic banana muffins will be the ones you make all the time.
If you love banana muffins, try our banana apple muffins, strawberry banana muffins, banana oat muffins, banana zucchini muffins, banana carrot muffins, and banana chocolate chip Kodiak muffins next!
Why You Will Love Healthy Banana Muffins
- You can meal prep these muffins.
- These banana muffins are healthy.
- They have a wonderful banana flavor.
- These muffins are easy to make.
- The muffins are light and fluffy.
“Found this recipe on a whim as I was looking for something to do with some extra bananas. I added chocolate chips. The muffins were amazing. My husband liked them also.”
– brandy
Ingredients Needed
- Bananas: You will need four, medium-sized ripe bananas for this recipe.
- Eggs: Use two eggs in this recipe.
- Applesauce: Use unsweetened applesauce. It helps make the muffins moist without adding fat.
- Vanilla Extract: Add a little bit of vanilla extract.
- Sweetener: You can use sugar or a 1:1 sugar substitute.
- Flour: These muffins are made with all-purpose flour.
- Baking Soda: Helps the banana muffins rise in the oven.
- Salt: Add a pinch of salt.
- Cinnamon: Complements the flavor of the bananas in these muffins.
- Nutmeg: A pinch of nutmeg for flavor.
Find the full measurements in the recipe card below.
Substitutions & Variations
- Use a Different Flour: We used all-purpose flour to make these banana muffins. However, you could use a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Use Muffin Liners: You can lightly spray a non-stick silicone muffin pan with oil or use muffin liners and add them to the muffin pan. If you use muffin liners, we recommend these parchment muffin liners because they prevent the muffins from sticking to them.
- Mix-In Ingredients: These banana muffins are delicious as is. If you would like to add some mix-ins, 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, raisins, or chopped pecans would be a delicious addition to the muffins.
- Add Chocolate Chips: You can add chocolate chips to these banana muffins. If you do this we recommend adding mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute chocolate flavor throughout. Also, you can use sugar-free chocolate chips or lightly chop some regular-sized chocolate chips into smaller pieces.
How To Make Healthy Banana Muffins
First, add the bananas to a large bowl and mash them with a fork.
Next, add the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the mashed bananas. Then, whisk these ingredients.
After that, add the sugar to the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix.
Then, in a separate large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Next, combine the wet and dry ingredients, but don’t overmix.
After that, lightly spray a non-stick silicone muffin pan with oil or use muffin liners.
Then, pour the batter into the muffin liners and bake the muffins. Once done, let the muffins cool and enjoy!
Expert Tips for the Best Banana Muffins
- Use Ripe Bananas: Spotty ripe bananas are best for baking and add sweetness to these muffins.
- Frozen Bananas Option: It is best to use fresh ripe bananas to make these muffins. However, if you don’t have any ripe bananas on hand, you can use frozen bananas! When I have extra ripe bananas that I can’t get to right away I will peel them and freeze them in portioned-out stasher bags. Then, the bananas are ready to be used for my next banana muffin batch. Just let the bananas thaw and defrost in a bowl until they reach room temperature. Then, you can mash them and add the rest of the ingredients to make these banana muffins.
- Don’t Over-Mix: Make sure not to over-mix the batter when making banana muffins. Lightly mix until the wet and dry ingredients are combined. Over-mixing often leads to dry, dense muffins.
Storage Instructions
Enjoy these banana muffins after making them and easily store any leftovers for later. Here are some ways you can store these muffins:
- Freeze Them: You can freeze these muffins for later! Place them in stasher bags and freeze for 1-2 months.
- Refrigerate Them: Place these muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Leave Them On The Counter: You can store these muffins on the counter at room temperature for 1-2 days. Just make sure they are in a sealed airtight container.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Banana Muffins Healthy?
Yes, these banana muffins are healthy and lightened up. Unsweetened applesauce is used instead of any butter or oil. It helps make the muffins moist. Also, these muffins are made with simple ingredients such as ripe bananas, flour, and spices.
How Long Do Banana Muffins Last?
These healthy homemade banana muffins will last 1-2 days in an airtight container on the counter at room temperature. Or, you can refrigerate them for 3-4 days.
Can You Freeze Banana Muffins?
Yes, you can freeze these banana muffins! Place them in stasher bags or your favorite freezer-safe containers. They are best enjoyed within 1-2 months of freezing.
More Recipes to Try Next!
- Blender Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
- Healthy Banana Bread
- Banana Bread Overnight Oats
- Banana Bread Baked Oats
- Strawberry Banana Muffins
- Blueberry Muffins With Yogurt
If you try this recipe please be sure to leave us a comment and star rating ★★★★★ letting us know how it turns out for you.
Healthy Banana Muffins
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized ripe bananas
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup sugar or sugar substitute with a 1:1 ratio
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and add them to a large bowl. Then, mash the bananas with a fork.
- Add the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the mashed bananas. Then, whisk these wet ingredients together.
- Add the sugar to the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix.
- In a separate large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients a little at a time and mix. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, but don’t overmix.
- Lightly spray a non-stick silicone muffin pan with oil or use muffin liners. Then, pour the batter into the muffin liners. This recipe makes 12-16 muffins.
- Bake the muffins at 350℉ for 24-26 minutes. Once done, let the muffins cool on a cooling rack and enjoy!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Made these yesterday as mini muffins. So good! And very moist!! The mini muffins are great for our family for two reasons: 1) Great for my toddler/preschool grandchildren, and 2) Great for me for when I just want a little something, not necessarily an entire muffin. Thanks for another great recipe!
Hi Valli, I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe as mini banana muffins! Thank you so much for sharing how you enjoyed them and for leaving a review!
Found this recipe on a whim as I was looking for something to do with some extra bananas. I added chocolate chips. The muffins were amazing. My husband liked them also.
Hi Brandy, I’m so happy you found this recipe! Adding chocolate chips to these healthy banana muffins sounds delicious! I’m glad both you and your husband enjoyed the muffins. Thank you so much for leaving a review!
This recipe is easy and delicious! Absolutely fabulous.
Thank you for a great recipe with fairly low sodium at 143mg.
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback! I’m so glad you enjoyed the healthy banana muffins and found the recipe easy and delicious. It’s great to hear you appreciated the lower sodium content too.