These healthy blueberry banana muffins are soft, moist, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and juicy blueberries. Made with simple, better-for-you ingredients, they’re a great choice for breakfast, snacks, or lunchboxes—without sacrificing flavor.
This recipe is easy to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for busy mornings. You’ll love the tender crumb, bursts of blueberry, and gentle banana sweetness in every bite.
Ingredients
Before you start, gather these wholesome ingredients for bakery-style muffins at home.
- Ripe bananas (2 medium, mashed)
- Fresh or frozen blueberries (1 cup)
- Whole wheat flour or oat flour (1½ cups)
- Honey or maple syrup (⅓ cup)
- Eggs (2 large)
- Coconut oil or olive oil (¼ cup, melted)
- Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
- Baking soda (½ teaspoon)
- Cinnamon (½ teaspoon, optional)
- Salt (¼ teaspoon)
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- Milk or almond milk (¼ cup)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these simple steps for soft, fluffy muffins every time.
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mash bananas. Whisk in eggs, honey or maple syrup, oil, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Make the Batter
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Add Blueberries
Carefully fold in blueberries to avoid crushing them.
6. Bake
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool
Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips for Healthier Muffins
These tips help keep the muffins light, moist, and nutritious.
- Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness
- Do not overmix the batter
- Toss blueberries in flour to prevent sinking
- Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer
- Store in an airtight container to keep moist
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these muffins in many delicious ways.
- Warm with nut butter
- As a grab-and-go breakfast
- In lunchboxes for kids
- With yogurt and fresh fruit
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are Answer to common question about making Healthy Blueberry Banana Muffins.
Are blueberry banana muffins healthy?
Yes! They’re naturally sweetened and made with wholesome ingredients.
Can I make these muffins dairy-free?
Absolutely—use almond milk or oat milk.
Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes, substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour.
Can I freeze these muffins?
Yes, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
Can I reduce the sweetener?
Yes, especially if your bananas are very ripe.