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A batch of gluten free banana bread muffins ready to be eaten.

Delicious Gluten Free Banana Bread Muffins: A Powerful Guide


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  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Whip up a batch of incredibly moist and flavorful gluten-free banana bread muffins! Made with simple ingredients and ripe bananas, these easy muffins are a perfect healthy breakfast or snack that everyone will love, whether they follow a gluten-free diet or not.


Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 ½ cups)

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (or maple syrup)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 cups gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum)

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

  • Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts


Instructions

  1. Preheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.

  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Whisk in the eggs, melted butter/oil, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

  4. Combine: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix. Fold in any optional add-ins.

  5. Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

  6. Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Don’t Overmix: Overmixing is the #1 cause of tough, dense gluten-free muffins. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.

Flour Blend: Using a good-quality 1:1 gluten-free flour blend that includes xanthan gum is crucial for the right texture.

Banana Ripeness: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more moist your muffins will be.

Storage: Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Add-Ins: Feel free to add chocolate chips, nuts, or even a swirl of peanut butter for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: ~180 kcal
  • Sugar: ~12g
  • Sodium: ~220mg
  • Fat: ~6g
  • Saturated Fat: ~3.5g
  • Saturated Fat: ~2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: ~30g
  • Fiber: ~2g
  • Protein: ~3g
  • Cholesterol: ~40mg