02/11/2026
Vegan Banana Muffins
Serves 12, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat
Ingredients
3 to 4 very ripe medium bananas
1/4 cup oil, or softened vegan margarine
1 cup organic granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional
2 tablespoons demerara sugar, or any organic sugar, optional
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 F and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin either with liners or by lightly greasing. In a large bowl, mash 3 to 4 very ripe medium bananas with a fork until soft.
Add 1/4 cup oil or vegan margarine and 1 cup organic granulated sugar. Mix until creamy.
In a separate bowl, combine the 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking soda until well mixed. Add the flour mixture to the banana mixture, stirring gently to combine. Don't overmix. The batter will be thick. If the batter is too dry and not malleable, mash the remaining banana and mix it in.
If using, gently fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts. Alternatively, you can sprinkle them on top of each muffin before baking.
Carefully spoon the batter into the muffin tins, filling each well about 2/3 full. If desired, sprinkle the organic sugar on top just before baking.
Bake the muffins for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the center of a muffin. Let cool for a few minutes and enjoy while still warm. Cool entirely for longer storage. Enjoy.
How to Store and Freeze Vegan Banana Muffins
While most baked goods are at their best when fresh, here are a few tips for safe storage of these tasty muffins:
Store at room temperature in a covered container for two to three days.
If not consuming right away, place the muffins in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Microwave for 20 to 30 seconds before eating to soften the texture.
If freezing, separate the muffins with waxed or parchment paper in a covered container and freeze for up to six months. Thaw them at room temperature, covered, or wrap them in foil and heat in a 375 F oven for about 10 to 15 minutes. For a quick defrost, microwave in 30- to 40-second spans until soft.