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    Home » Recipes » Oven Recipes

    Almond Flour Banana Muffins

    January 7, 2022 . By Meeta Arora . 12 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Almond Flour Banana Muffins
    Almond Flour Banana Muffins

    These Almond Flour Banana Muffins are a delicious, low-carb treat. They are melt-in-your-mouth soft muffins, great for a quick breakfast or snack. Paleo & Gluten-free.

    Almond Flour Banana Muffins topped with mini chocolate chips

    I absolutely love baking muffins since my girls love them. They are a quick and easy snack for me to prep and have ready. However, I do feel bad from time to time because not all muffins are healthy.

    However, almond flour comes to save the day! Almond flour is a terrific alternative to regular flour for healthier baking. And, guess what? The muffins are light, moist, and incredibly tasty. And this is also a one-bowl recipe!

    I've already posted the recipe for Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins, which you all enjoy.

    You will love these Healthy Paleo Banana Muffins

    • They're perfect as a snack or for breakfast.
    • It's fluffy, moist, and delicious!
    • They're low in carbohydrates, high in protein, and high in fiber.
    • In about 35 minutes, you can have a sweet healthy-ish treat.
    Banana Chocolate chip Muffin in hand

    These almond banana muffins were a hit with my kids, and I felt less guilty about feeding them muffins.

    Okay, I enjoyed them as well and ate several in a single day. (Don't judge!!)

    Another healthy muffin recipe that my girls love is Banana Flaxseed Muffins, so don't forget to try those as well.

    Ingredients

    Almond flour - I prefer to make these muffins with blanched almond flour.

    Also, in general, for other uses too, my preference is almond flour over almond meal. The reason is that the skin of almonds contains tannins which can sometimes prevent the absorption of nutrients.

    The delicate fine texture of almond flour also works better for baking. So you get the perfect crumb-like texture you like for healthy banana muffins.

    Maple syrup - You can substitute with the same amount of agave to make paleo banana muffins too.

    Oil - I used avocado oil. Other neutral oils will work too.

    Banana - Use bananas that are overripe and squishy (and have a lot of black spots!).

    Baking powder and baking soda - It nourishes gluten-free muffins and gives them a fluffy appearance.

    How to make?

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 12-count muffin pan with liners.
    • In a large bowl, mash bananas. You can choose to leave them chunky or make them completely smooth.
    • Add eggs, oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Stir until the ingredients are combined and fluffy.
    • Add all dry ingredients to the bowl - almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 
    • Stir until they are combined. Do not overmix.
    • Add chocolate chips and fold them in gently. I used mini chocolate chips and just added some to keep the kids excited. You can choose to add any chocolate chips you like or even skip them.
    Steps to make banana muffins with grain free almond flour
    • Spoon the batter evenly into each liner on the muffin pan. Top each muffin with a few chocolate chips.
    Muffin batter topped with chocolate chips in a muffin pan
    • Bake in preheated oven for 20-22 minutes. Use a toothpick to test whether the center of the muffins is done.
    Wonderful baked banana almond flour muffins
    • Remove from muffin pan and let the muffins cool completely on a wire rack and enjoy!

    If you have any leftovers (which you probably won't!), store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

    Banana chocolate chip muffins on a white table

    Tips for Perfect Almond Flour Banana Muffins

    • It is best to have all of the ingredients at room temperature.
    • Do not overmix the wet and dry ingredients once combined.
    • I highly recommend to measure the flour when baking.
    • You can substitute chocolate chips with nuts such as chopped almonds or walnuts. Raisins will also be great in this recipe.
    Soft Moist Banana Muffin with chocolate chips cut in two pieces.

    Paleo Banana Muffins

    Skip the chocolate chips or use paleo friendly brands.

    Keto Banana Muffins

    I am not an expert on keto sugars; however, here is a great resource you can use for maple syrup conversion. Skip the chocolate chips. All other ingredients in this recipe are keto-friendly. 

    Common Questions

    Can I use almond meal or another kind of flour in this recipe?

    In this recipe, I highly recommend using almond flour (prepared from blanched almonds). The muffins have a much better texture and are light and moist.

    How to store Almond Flour Muffins?

    If you have any leftovers (which you probably won't! ), you can store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to two days. Put it in the fridge to keep them fresh for up to a week. It's also possible to freeze them for up to 3-4 months. 
    Place on the counter or in the refrigerator to thaw.

    I hope you enjoy these Almond Flour Banana Muffins as much as I do.

    You might also enjoy my other banana recipes.

    • Banana Flaxseed Muffins
    • Banana Bread Pudding
    • Double Chocolate Banana Bread
    • Easy One-bowl Banana Bread
    • Fig Banana Smoothie
    Tried this recipe?Give a rating by clicking the ★ below
    Healthy Banana muffin topped with chocolate chips in hand

    Almond Flour Banana Muffins

    Meeta Arora
    These Almond Flour Banana Muffins are a delicious, low-carb treat. They are melt-in-your-mouth soft muffins, great for a quick breakfast or snack. Paleo & Gluten-free.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Servings: 12
    Calories: 253
    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten-free, Low Carb, Paleo
    Method: Oven
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 25 mins
    Total Time: 35 mins

    Equipment

    • 12-cup Muffin Pan

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 3 Banana ripe
    • 2 Eggs at room temperature
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla
    • ¼ cup Oil I used avocado oil
    • ¼ cup Maple syrup or agave syrup
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    • 2 ½ cups Almond Flour 8.5oz
    • ¼ teaspoon Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
    • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
    • ⅓ cup Chocolate chips I used dark, optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 12-count muffin pan with liners.
    • In a large bowl, mash bananas. Add eggs, oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Stir until the ingredients are combined and fluffy.
    • Add all dry ingredients to the bowl - almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    • Stir until they are combined. Do not overmix.
    • Add half of the chocolate chips and fold them in the batter gently.
    • Spoon the batter evenly into each liner on the muffin pan. Top each muffin with a few chocolate chips.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 20-22 minutes. Use a toothpick to test whether the center of the muffins is done.
    • Remove from muffin pan and let the muffins cool completely on a wire rack, and enjoy! Store muffins in an airtight container.

    Notes

    Keto Variation: I am not an expert on keto sugars; however, here is a great resource you can use for maple syrup conversion. Skip the chocolate chips. All other ingredients in this recipe are keto-friendly. 

    Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword almond flour banana muffins, paleo banana muffins
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    Comments

    1. Malavika says

      August 15, 2022 at 2:01 pm

      What would be the baking time for mini muffins?

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        September 05, 2022 at 12:48 am

        Hi Malavika - Bake for about 10-12 minutes for mini muffins.

        Reply
    2. Mariana Miles says

      April 09, 2022 at 12:12 pm

      Great recipe! Made this for my parents in law,who are Gf,but I used honey. I think they are even better than the regular muffins,I like that they are moist and fluffy.

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        April 19, 2022 at 6:57 am

        Hi Mariana - So glad that you all enjoyed the muffins. I agree these muffins are super moist.

        Reply
    3. Rachana Agrawal says

      March 05, 2022 at 9:22 am

      Can honey be used instead of maple or agave syrup? If yes, do you think same quantity?

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        March 11, 2022 at 9:04 pm

        Hi Rachana - I have not tried, but I think same amount of honey would work well. Would love to hear how it turns out!

        Reply
        • Rachana Agrawal says

          March 20, 2022 at 8:22 am

          Hello Meeta - The muffins turned out super yummy and moist. Since we haven't tried with maple syrup or agave, I don't know if they were any different. But, we loved them with honey. Thanks for another wonderful recipe!!

        • Meeta Arora says

          March 30, 2022 at 8:48 pm

          Happy to hear you all enjoyed the muffins made with honey. Thanks for sharing back!

    4. Shweta says

      January 11, 2022 at 8:12 pm

      Amazing recipe. Quick, healthy and delicious muffins. The muffins were very moist, couldn't tell any difference from regular muffins.

      Reply
      • Meeta Arora says

        January 19, 2022 at 4:29 pm

        Hi Shweta - So happy to hear that you enjoyed the muffins.

        Reply
    5. Natasha Mittal says

      August 25, 2021 at 3:16 pm

      My first time baking with almond flour and I’m SO glad I made this! It’s so flavorful and moist, highly recommend!

      Reply
      • Piping Pot Curry says

        August 27, 2021 at 12:27 pm

        Hi Natasha - So happy to hear that. Thank you for sharing it back 🙂

        Reply

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