Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins (GF, DF)
Upgrade your next breakfast or snack with fluffy, tender Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins! They’re whole grain, gluten and dairy free, and come together in just one bowl!
One of my favorite flavor combinations is peanut butter banana, but you probably already know that if you’ve followed along here for a while. My overnight oats, oat bars and cookies are favorites of mine, but these Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins have taken the top spot now!
I’ve made batch after batch of these muffins the past month and they never seem to get old.
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- These peanut butter banana muffins are tender, fluffy, with the perfect balance of peanut butter and banana flavor and the goodness of dark chocolate chips.
- They’re a good source of protein, making them a great alternative for a healthy breakfast or snack.
- This recipe is whole grain, refined sugar free, and gluten and dairy free.
- This is an easy recipe with minimal prep and the batter comes together in just one bowl!
Recipe ingredients
This is a very easy recipe that’s easily customized with ingredients that you have on hand.
Ingredient notes
- Oat flour. I prefer to purchase my oat flour, but it may be made easily at home. Simply process old fashioned oats in a blender or food processor until finely ground.
- Bananas. Make sure your bananas are nice and ripe! The more brown spots the better.
- Peanut butter. I used natural peanut butter which contains just peanuts and salt. You may use your favorite brand, but it may affect the texture of the muffins slightly.
- Maple syrup. The maple syrup may be replaced with honey, coconut sugar, or your favorite sweetener.
- Almond milk. Substitute with whatever milk that you have on hand.
- Chocolate chips. I love using dark chocolate chips for big chocolate flavor, but use whatever you have on hand or omit altogether.
How to make this recipe
These healthy peanut butter banana muffins are incredibly easy to make. Prep time is around 15 minutes, and the batter is prepared in just one bowl.
- Mash the banana in a large bowl.
- Add the peanut butter, eggs, sugar, almond milk and vanilla extract and whisk well to combine.
- Add the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt and whisk until incorporated.
- Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups and bake for 17-20 minutes, or until the tops spring back when gently pressed or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack, then remove the muffins from the pan and cool completely.
FAQs
Is oat flour good for baking?
Oat flour is a nutritious, whole grain baking alternative that lends a soft, tender crumb in baked goods. It’s got a nutty, hearty flavor and is naturally gluten free.
How do you make oat flour with oatmeal?
Place old fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor and process until finely ground.
Can I make this recipe in a blender?
These peanut butter banana chocolate chip muffins may be made in a blender, which is especially useful if you’re making your own oat flour.
- Process oats until finely ground.
- Add all ingredients except for chocolate chips and blend until incorporated.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and bake!
How to store muffins
Store muffins in an air tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Muffins may also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Recipe notes
- *No oat flour on hand? Simply process old fashioned rolled oats in a blender or food processor until finely ground!
- Store muffins in an air tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to one week. You may also freeze them for up to 3 months.
- I used natural peanut butter in this recipe, which included just peanuts and salt in the ingredients list. You can certainly use your favorite brand, but the texture of the muffins may vary slightly.
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Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 large bananas (1 cup mashed)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter I used natural
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup substitute with honey, coconut sugar or your favorite sweetener
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk substitute with your favorite milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips substitute with your favorite or omit altogether
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a muffin pan with paper liners. Mash the banana in a large bowl.
- Add the peanut butter, eggs, sugar, almond milk and vanilla extract and whisk thoroughly to combine.
- Add the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt to the wet ingredients and whisk until incorporated, then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups and bake for 17-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or until the top springs back when pressed gently.
- Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove the muffins from the pan and cool completely. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store muffins in an air tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to one week. You may also freeze them for up to 3 months.
- I used natural peanut butter in this recipe, which included just peanuts and salt in the ingredients list. You can certainly use your favorite brand, but the texture of the muffins may vary slightly.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
51 Comments on “Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins (GF, DF)”
Peanut butter and banana makes such a great combo, but add in some chocolate and it’s the best! I love these muffins, Marcie! Sounds so flavorful and delicious. I think I would devour the entire batch! Pinned!
Thanks, Gayle! These were definitely devoured fast, too! 🙂
Oh my… you had me at peanut butter, but then you started talking about having them with a hot cup of joe. Then, I looked down at my pathetic, boring coffee and started crying because I didn’t have one of these amazing muffins to go with it! 🙂 xoxo
Awww, I’m sorry to make you cry! I’ll send muffins. 🙂
These look awesome! I’ve been having a serious muffin craving as of late. Love this 🙂
Thanks, Medha!
I love chocolate, peanut butter and banana! One of my favorite combinations : )
Thanks, Natalie! 🙂
Those domes! I am so jealous of those domes! I blame living over a mile above sea level for my constant lack of domes, but I am going to keep on trying! These muffins look incredible, Marcie! Pinned!
Ah, I’m sorry about the altitude thing, Justine, but being the talented cook you are, you’ll find a way to get those domes! And thanks for the pin! 🙂
I love the flavors in these muffins – you could make these for me any time! *wink
Hint taken! haha
These muffins came out so perfect! Love the combination of peanut butter, banana, and chocolate. These look great!
Thanks, Danielle! 🙂
Love these muffins! Peanut butter, chocolate and banana is such a classic and delicious flavour combination (just like my favourite chunky monkey ice cream) that I know these would be SO delicious!
Can you believe I’ve never had Chunky Monkey ice cream? I definitely need to change that!
Yummy! These muffins have some of my favorite things! 🙂
Thanks, Jamie! 🙂
Well, you know I’m all over these babies. PB + chocolate = my fav! I wish I had one right now with my coffee!
I wish I could send one over! 🙂
These muffins are perfect, Marcie! Love the peanut butter, banana and chocolate combo! The white whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt sound perfect in here too! Wish I had a few for breakfast this morning!
Wish I could send you some, Kelly! 🙂
These look like the perfect muffin Marcie!!! I LOVEEEE them!
Peanut butter and banana is my favorite combo!!!!
Pinned!
Thanks so much, Mariah! 🙂
Peanut butter, banana, AND chocolate! Yes! You definitely have the trifecta of flavors going on here!
Thanks, Rachelle! 🙂 You can never go wrong with these 3 flavors. 🙂
These peanut butter banana chocolate chunk muffins look absolutely fantastic! I would surely enjoy starting my day every day with these. 🙂
Thank you, Neli! 🙂
Peanut butter and banana go so well together! Love that these flavor are in a muffin!
Thank you, Nancy!
They are perfectly domed! Such awesome flavors and I love how healthy you made them!
Thanks, Christin! 🙂
These are absolutely perfect because I have guests coming from out of town this weekend and have a few ripe bananas. Everyone loves peanut butter and chocolate!
I almost always have overripe bananas so there’s always an excuse to make more! Have a nice weekend, Ashley! 🙂
Thanks, Dannii! 🙂
Yum! These muffins look soooo perfectly fluffy! You really can’t go wrong with pb, banana and chocolate. Definitely one of the best combos!
Thanks, Jess!
SOOOOO…I want these muffins 🙂
Coming right up, Z! 🙂
The PERFECT breakfast!
Agreed! 🙂
Thses muffin looks just divine! An amazing breakfast treat!:)
Thank you, Anu! 🙂
Are they real 🙂 hehe.. I really want one.. look sooo good.
Seriously these are my favorite muffin ever! Perfection!
Love these delicious muffins, Marcie! Such a great combination.
PS. The website is looking beautiful!
Thanks so much Alexandra! 🙂
I’ve loved peanut butter muffins, can’t wait to try the banana combo!
I hope you love them!
I’m always on the lookout for new muffin recipes for the kids, so I’ll definitely keep these ones in mind. We love the pb and chocolate combo!
These are very kid friendly! 🙂