Vegan Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins
on Oct 27, 2019, Updated Mar 04, 2025
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These vegan whole wheat blueberry muffins are packed with wholesome whole wheat flour, no eggs, completely oil-free, and use no refined sugar.
About the Recipe
These blueberry muffins are packed with wholesome whole wheat flour and juicy blueberries, and they’re completely oil-free. Plus, they come together in just one bowl, making them perfect for busy mornings or satisfying afternoon cravings. Here’s what’s to love about these muffins:
- Easy to make in bowl.
- Just a handful of simple ingredients.
- Whole grain recipe.
- Oil-free recipe.
- Vegan (no eggs or dairy).
- Perfect healthier sweet treat.
- Under 200 calories each.
- 4 g of fat per muffin.
- 5 g protein per muffin.
- No eggs or egg substitute needed.
This recipe is a great option for anyone following a vegan diet, or simply looking for a healthier way to enjoy muffins or a sweet afternoon treat.
For more yummy vegan baking, these Easy Vegan Protein Muffins, Easy Eggless Banana Muffins Recipe with Walnuts and One-Bowl Healthy Oatmeal Muffins Recipe are all delicious too!
Ingredient Notes
Here are the ingredients needed for these muffins and any substitutions you can make:
- Whole wheat flour. The base of these muffins is whole wheat flour. It can be substituted with all-purpose flour. I have not tested any gluten-free flours such as almond flour or oat flour or tried a gluten-free flour blend. You should be able to substitute gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Almond butter. To keep this recipe oil-free, I used almond butter and banana. You’ll need 1/4 cup of drippy almond butter. You can use another nut butter such as peanut butter or cashew butter if you prefer, as long as it’s not too dry.
- Coconut sugar. The recipe is naturally sweetened with unrefined sugar. The coconut sugar adds a hint of caramel to the recipe that is just delicious! You can substitute brown sugar.
- Banana. You’ll need 1 ripe medium-sized banana in this recipe. It can be ripe or slightly overripe.
- Lemon. The recipe calls for fresh lemon juice which serves two purposes. The lemon flavour goes wonderfully with the blueberries and the acidity helps puff these muffins right up!
- Plant-based milk. You’ll need unsweetened plant-based milk such as almond or cashew.
This list is not complete. Please see the recipe card at the end of the post for the complete ingredient list with measurements and detailed instructions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Before You Start: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 12-cup muffin pan. You can use paper liners or lightly spray it with cooking spray.
Step 1: Mash the banana into a smooth paste in a bowl using a fork then add the almond butter, coconut and mix well.
Step 2: Add the vanilla, milk and lemon and mix until smooth.
Step 3: Add the flour then add the baking powder, cinnamon and salt. While the dry ingredients sit on top, gently mix together to help distribute the baking powder then mix it all into the wet ingredients below.
Avoid over-mixing. Stop once the flour is incorporated into the wet ingredients.
Step 4: Gently stir in the blueberries.
Step 6: Scoop the batter into 12 muffins tins and bake for 26 minutes until golden brown on top. Option to sprinkle the muffins with a little coconut sugar and/or crushed walnuts!
Step 7: Once baked, let them cool in the muffin pan for a few minutes then pop them out with a knife and place on a wire rack to finish cooling.
Baking Tips
- Preheat is Key: A preheated oven ensures even baking. Aim to have your oven at the designated temperature before placing the muffins in.
- The Toothpick Test: If you’re unsure on baking time, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
- Measure for Success: Baking relies on specific ratios of ingredients so for best results, use a digital scale and follow the measurements listed in the recip card for accuracy and success!
- Don’t Overmix: Once the wet and dry ingredients are combined, mix just until a cohesive batter forms. Overmixing can lead to tough muffins. A few lumps are perfectly fine!
Vegan Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe banana, 115 g
- 1/4 cup almond butter, 60 g
- 2/3 cup coconut sugar, 100 g
- 1 cup room temperature unsweetened almond or cashew milk
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups whole wheat flour, 300 g
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, 130 g
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 12-piece muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray, lightly grease with butter or oil or line with paper liners.
- Mash Banana: Add the banana to a large mixing bowl and mash into a paste using a fork or immersion blender.1 medium ripe banana
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the almond butter and coconut sugar and mix until smooth. Add the lemon juice, vanilla and milk and stir to combine until smooth.1/4 cup almond butter, 2/3 cup coconut sugar, 1 cup room temperature unsweetened almond or cashew milk, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the whole wheat flour first, then the baking powder, salt and cinnamon. While the dry ingredients are sitting on top of the wet, gently mix to help distribute the baking powder, then start folding the dry ingredients into the wet. Gently mix until no dry bits remain, then stop mixing. Do not over mix.2.5 cups whole wheat flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Add Blueberries: Toss the blueberries in 1-2 teaspoons of flour, this prevents them from sinking to the bottom for more even distribution. Add the blueberries and gently fold in, just a few stirs should do it.1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- Add to Muffin Pan: Using a ice cream scoop or spoon, evenly distribute the batter between 12 cups. Sprinkle each with a few walnuts and a little coconut sugar, if desired.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for 26 minutes until the muffins are golden brown on top. Remove from the oven then let the muffins sit in the tin for a few minutes before carefully lifting out and placing on a cooling rack to finish cooling. Enjoy your muffins spread with chia seed jam, almond butter, coconut butter or vegan butter for a delicious treat or snack.
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Originally published August 27, 2013.
Can I make these without lemon juice?
If ommiting, I’d suggest adding 1 tbsp of white or apple cider vinegar to replace. I haven’t tested it though so I can’t guarantee the result! Enjoy!
I absolutely LOVE these muffins. Have made then so many times since you posted this recipe and I’m always sure to have a few in the freezer for when I need a snack or dessert. They are so easy and quick to make.
Awesome! I’m so happy you enjoy them. Thanks for letting me know!
Thinking of making these, but need them to be gluten free. Have you done hem gluten free?
I haven’t tested this recipe gluten-free but you should be able to use a GF blend like Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 GF flour.
Can I use an egg instead of a banana?
I haven’t tested that and I’m not really familiar with baking with eggs. It should work but I can’t guarantee it! Let me know if try.
These are tasty and quite hearty. Lovely texture and flavor. Walnuts make a nice addition!
Glad you enjoyed them! I love them with walnuts too.
I love how easy these were to make, and the muffins were delicious! Perfect afternoon snack.
So happy you enjoyed these, Sarah! Agreed – perfect afternoon snack! Thanks for the comment and rating, much appreciated.
This recipe was very easy and quick to make. Most importantly the muffins are moist and delicious! I used 1 cup of frozen mixed berries and reduced the coconut sugar by half. These are sweet enough with the very ripe banana. I love Deryn’s vegan blog.
Amazing! I’m so glad you enjoyed them! Good to know reducing the sugar worked out ok. Thank you for the rating and comment!
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Thanks for such a kind message! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the site and recipes.
Can you recommend an alternative to almond butter? We have a nut allergy and when I’ve used Sunbutter the baked item cools and turns green. Thanks.
Yep, you can use tahini…or continue using Sunbutter. Sunflower seeds react with baking soda but this recipe doesn’t contain baking soda, so they won’t turn green.
Just made them! Used mini muffin tins. Didn’t have almond butter so used crunchy peanut butter and added walnuts. They turned out really well.