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Almond Flour Banana Muffins

By Erin · January 10, 2021 · Updated September 26, 2021 · 27 Comments

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Almond Flour Banana Muffins are the perfect way to use up ripe bananas. They're soft, moist, gluten free, made with minimal ingredients and have the option to be filled with chocolate chips or chopped walnuts!

chocolate chip muffin with a bite taken out of it

Almond flour banana muffins coming in hot!

Serious question: how many "banana" recipes is too many? I have my almond banana bread, flourless banana pancakes and of course my paleo banana bread. But honesty, adding bananas to baked goods is one of my favorite things, so I plan on creating delicious banana-filled recipes.

These banana muffins are everything you want in a muffin -- they're moist, fluffy, gluten free, and you can easily add chocolate chips or chopped walnuts to them.

banana muffin ingredients with text over top

Ingredient notes:

This list is here to provide further clarification for a few ingredients; the full ingredient list is below in the recipe card.

  • Banana - Like with most banana recipes, the riper the better. Ripe bananas provide better flavor (think: more banana-y) and are easier to mash. The more brown spots on the bananas, the better!
  • Eggs - I haven't tested this with flax eggs, but I'm guessing they'd work. If you want to try it, mix 2 tablespoon flaxseed meal with 5 tablespoon water, then allow it to sit for 5 minutes before adding to the batter.
  • Almond butter - Opt for a creamier nut butter, which is easier to blend. My go-to brands for baking tend to my 365 by Whole Foods and the Kirkland brand that you can find at Costco.
  • Almond flour - Make sure to use almond flour, not almond meal, and also make sure to pack the measuring cups full (similar to how you'd measure out brown sugar).

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1: Mash the banana. Use a potato masher or a fork to mash the bananas into a large bowl, trying to remove as many lumps as possible. Then, scoop them into a 1-cup measuring cup to make sure it's the correct amount.

mashed banana in a bowl

Step 2: Add remaining wet ingredients. Place the mashed banana back into the bowl, then add the eggs, syrup, almond butter, and vanilla to that same bowl and whisk everything together.

whisked ingredients in a mixing bowl

Step 3: Stir in the dry ingredients. Pour the almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon into that bowl, then use a spatula to gently fold everything together. If you want to add chocolate chips/walnuts, gently stir those in as well.

muffin batter in a pink bowl with a spatula

Step 4: Add to muffin tin and bake. Grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray or line it with muffin liners, then divide the batter evenly. There should be enough batter for exactly 12 muffins.

Bake them for 20-22 muffins or until a toothpick comes out clean, then wait 2 minutes before carefully transferring them to a cooling rack.

muffin batter with chocolate chips in a muffin tin

Tips and FAQs

-Make sure to pack the almond flour! Use your measuring cup as a scoop to gather the almond flour, then flatten it out with a spoon before pouring it into the mixing bowl.

-Stir the muffin batter by hand instead of using an electric hand or stand mixer. Almond flour is a tad more delicate than, say, all purpose flour, so we want to avoid over-mixing the batter.

overhead shot of muffins with chocolate chips

How should these be stored?

Store muffins in a paper towel-lined sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make sure to include paper towel on the bottom of the container, and then again on top of the muffins, which will prevent them from getting sticky.

Whatever you do, do NOT refrigerate them -- the cold temperature of the refrigerator will completely alter the texture of the muffins and they'll no longer be soft + moist.

Can I freeze these muffins?

Yes. Wait for the muffins to cool completely, then wrap them in plastic wrap and place into a sealed ziploc bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Can I make my own almond flour?

Making your own almond flour is super easy, but you have to make sure to use blanched almonds, meaning almonds without the skin. For more info on this, be sure to check out Foolproof Living's post on how to make almond flour.

If you don't want to go to that route, I highly recommend purchasing your almond flour from Costco -- a 3 lb. bag is typically around $13, which is significantly cheaper than it is at most stores.

muffin with a bite taken out of it

More gluten free recipes

  • Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins
  • Paleo Waffles
  • Almond Flour Chocolate Cake
  • Gluten Free Apple Cupcakes

If you made this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below. Thanks!

chocolate chip muffin with a bite taken out of it

Almond Flour Banana Muffins

Almond Flour Banana Muffins are the perfect way to use up ripe bananas. They're soft, moist, gluten free, made with minimal ingredients and have the option to be filled with chocolate chips or chopped walnuts!
4.94 from 16 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Author: Erin

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas approx. 2 large or 3 small bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup creamy almond butter
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cup almond flour packed
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Use a potato masher or a fork to mash bananas in a large bowl. To that same bowl, add the eggs, almond butter, syrup, and vanilla and whisk to combine.
  • Then, add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon to the bowl and gently fold with a spatula. If you're adding chocolate chips/walnuts, gently fold them in.
  • Spray a muffin tin with nonstick spray or grease with coconut oil (or you can use muffin liners -- I ran out, so I didn't). Divide the batter evenly, then bake the muffins with 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to sit in the tin for 2 minutes, then carefully remove them and transfer to a cooling rack. Enjoy!

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Notes

*Calories are per muffin and are an estimation 
*Storage: line a container with a paper towel, place the muffins on top, then place another paper towel on top of the muffins, then seal the container. Store muffins at room temperature for up to 3 days. 
*To freeze: wait for muffins to cool completely, then wrap them in plastic wrap and store in freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg
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Erin is the recipe developer, writer and photographer behind the healthy food blog, The Almond Eater. She's been blogging since 2014 and loves to create food for many different diets, including vegan, gluten free and/or Whole30 recipes.

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Comments

  1. Andy says

    January 06, 2023 at 6:55 am

    5 stars
    Delicious Recipe! I made this as directed with two bananas because that was all I had. I loved it!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      January 06, 2023 at 8:27 am

      I'm glad the muffins were a hit!

      Reply
  2. Janice says

    December 24, 2022 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    I have made this recipe three times already and get rave reviews over how moist the muffins are. Easy to make and tastes great!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      December 25, 2022 at 10:45 am

      Love to hear this! Glad you like the muffins so much 🙂

      Reply
  3. sarah says

    December 21, 2022 at 11:27 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for this fabulous recipe! These muffins are so delicious! I’ve made them several times - regular muffin tins and mini muffins. I add ~1/2 teaspoon of Diamond Crystal salt. #chefskiss

    Reply
    • Erin says

      December 22, 2022 at 6:52 pm

      I'm so glad these muffins have become a favorite!

      Reply
  4. Ann says

    November 17, 2022 at 3:33 am

    5 stars
    Moist and light, simply delicious. Thank you for the recipe

    Reply
    • Erin says

      November 17, 2022 at 7:59 am

      Thank YOU for the 5-star rating -- I'm glad the muffins were a hit!

      Reply
  5. Tara says

    September 10, 2022 at 4:24 pm

    Can I omit the almond butter

    Reply
    • Erin says

      September 12, 2022 at 5:16 pm

      I think so! You can probably get away with omitting it altogether, but I'd personally substitute with 1/4 cup applesauce to ensure the muffins are nice and moist.

      Reply
  6. Angela Martin says

    March 27, 2022 at 10:14 am

    5 stars
    Dang! These are SO good! I’ve been baking with almond flour for about a year now and these are the best I’ve come across!!! No need to search anymore.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      March 27, 2022 at 1:11 pm

      This is the best comment -- I'm so glad you like the muffins!!

      Reply
    • Paula says

      October 10, 2022 at 9:05 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious and super moist.

      Reply
  7. Alysia says

    March 21, 2022 at 8:59 pm

    5 stars
    These are AMAZING. Rarely does my “dairy free, gluten free” baking come out well - but this is even better than a regular banana bread recipe!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      March 22, 2022 at 10:01 am

      Thanks so much for this kind comment! I'm glad you liked the muffins.

      Reply
  8. Ashley S. says

    January 02, 2022 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    These are delicious. My son has sensitivities to gluten, milk ama eggs and this recipe is so adaptable to accommodate all three. I use flax in place of the eggs (mix with water and let it sit for 5 minutes - look up exact measurements) and it works great. Thanks for a delicious recipe!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      January 03, 2022 at 12:15 pm

      I'm so happy your son is able to enjoy these!

      Reply
  9. Kelly says

    October 17, 2021 at 6:53 pm

    Love this recipe. I add 1/2 cup of cacao powder to make chocolate muffins! My favorite almond flour dessert recipe!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      October 17, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      Love that idea! I'm so glad you liked the recipe 🙂

      Reply
  10. Boitumelo says

    September 07, 2021 at 6:49 am

    Hi there, can I make these in an air fryer?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      September 07, 2021 at 7:23 am

      I don't think so?

      Reply
  11. Alexis says

    August 08, 2021 at 6:07 pm

    5 stars
    These are so good! I have never made a banana bread/muffin recipe without traditional flour before so I was a little unsure about how it would turn out but they are great! Very moist. I added chocolate chips and used peanut butter instead of almond butter, you can barely taste the peanut butter which is what I was hoping for (didn’t want it to overpower the banana)

    Reply
  12. Michelle Perrett says

    June 08, 2021 at 10:52 pm

    Hi can i use tahini as i dont have almond butter?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 09, 2021 at 8:07 am

      Yes that should work!

      Reply
  13. Daniella says

    May 22, 2021 at 3:03 am

    4 stars
    Really yummy. Sweet enough without the maple syrup. Thanks

    Reply
  14. Holly says

    January 18, 2021 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    Made these over the weekend. Not only were they super easy to make, but they tasted absolutely delicious. My kids also enjoyed them! Definitely a keeper!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      January 18, 2021 at 12:12 pm

      Thanks for the comment Holly -- glad everyone enjoyed them!

      Reply

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