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Sugar Free Banana Muffins are a perfect idea for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you are looking for something tasty.

These tasty muffins are tender moist and full of banana flavor.

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Banana Muffins made with no added sugar.


This is really a simple recipe for muffins.

Ilike how much flavor and moisture the bananas actually add to this recipe.

Did you try my recipe for Sugar Free Blueberry Muffins?

That blueberry muffin recipe is another popular muffin recipe that has no added sugar in it.
Both this banana muffin recipe and that blueberry muffin recipe are delicious and simple to make!

This recipe uses all purpose flour. You can alternatively use a gluten free all purpose flour that measures like regular flour for a gluten free muffin.

Frequently asked questions about Banana Muffins.

Are banana muffins healthy?

Just like with any other recipe, this recipe for banana muffins is as healthy as the ingredients that are added to it and as the method used to prepare it.

This recipe calls for real bananas as well as simple ingredients.
When selecting a sugar alternative, it is a good idea to select one that is not unhealthy as well.

What do bananas bring to a recipe?

Bananas add flavor and nutrients to a recipe.
They can also bring fiber and antioxidants.

When it comes to recipes, here is what else bananas can bring.
🟠Bananas can bring moisture to a recipe, often used as a substitute for fats.
🟣They can also assist in binding the other ingredients together.
🔵Lastly, they can bring down the amount of sweetener needed.

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Tips for making banana muffins.

When selecting bananas to use in this recipe, it is best to use bananas that are very ripe. This is because softer bananas are easier to mash for a recipe such as this one.

More helpful tips for you.

  1. You can make your banana muffins even better. Add some chopped walnuts, sugar free chocolate chips, or even some berries such as blueberries.
  2. While my banana muffins were made in a standard muffin size, you can make your muffins another size such as mini muffin or giant muffin size. However, you may need to make adjustments as needed in baking to compensate for the size difference.
  3. When combining your wet and dry ingredients together, do so until just combined. There may be lumps and that is okay as the lumps will most likely bake out.
  4. For a healthier and more chewy muffin, sub in a half cup of oats for a half cup of the flour. Rolled oats work well in muffins.

How to store banana muffins.

Store these Banana Muffins in the in an airtight container and a paper towel to help keep the moisture. If properly stored, they should keep in your refrigerator for up to five days or in the freezer for up to one month.

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About this recipe for more healthy banana muffins

This is a simple recipe for banana muffins that have no added sugar.
The bananas are added to these muffins for both flavor and moisture.


This muffin recipe is based upon a basic muffin recipe.

We will first combine together the ingredients and then bake the muffins.
Once the muffins have cooled, we can enjoy them!

Ingredients needed to make Sugar Free Banana Muffins

  • Bananas. Your bananas should first be mashed for this recipe.
  • Flour. All purpose flour is used.
  • Baking Powder and Baking Soda. Used as leaveners for this recipe.
  • Butter. Your butter should be melted and cooled to room temperature. If you are using unsalted salt, you can add ¼ teaspoon of salt to the dry ingredients.
  • Sugar Alternative. Use a granular sugar alternative that measures like sugar and that can be baked with.
  • Egg. The egg should also be at room temperature.
  • Vanilla Extract. Added for additional flavor balance.

Expert Tip👉 You can use a food processor, potato masher, or fork to mash your bananas.
However, leaving a few small chunks of banana can add to a more interesting texture.

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How to make Sugar Free Banana Muffins

  • Preheat your oven to 325 and prep your muffin pan well for nonstick. If you have not mashed your bananas, do so now.
  • In a medium bowl, use a whisk or sifter to combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • Next, in a large mixing bowl, mix together the melted butter with the sugar alternative until combined.
  • Add the mashed banana, egg, and vanilla extract to the large mixing bowl and mix until just combined.
  • Lastly, fold in the dry ingredients from the first bowl to the wet ingredients in the second bowl. Do not overmix.
  • Fill the muffin cups about ⅔ full as the muffins will expand while baking. Then bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Remove the muffins from the oven and let them sit for a couple of minutes in the pan before transferring them to a cooling rack to further cool.

Expert Tip👉 You can freeze leftover muffins by first wrapping the cooled muffins in foil. If you wrap them individually and then place them into a freezer-safe zip top bag, you can enjoy the leftovers individually as well!

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  • Frequently asked questions about Banana Muffins.
  • Tips for making banana muffins.
  • How to store banana muffins.
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Sugar Free Banana Muffins

For the perfect breakfast, brunch or snack idea. This is the recipe for yummy Sugar Free Banana Muffins that you will love

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Total Time40 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack

Cuisine: American

Search Result: banana, gluten free, sugar free

Servings: 12 average

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 325 and prep your muffin pan well for nonstick.

    If you have not mashed your bananas, do so now.

  • In a medium bowl, use a whisk or sifter to combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.

  • Next, in a large mixing bowl, mix together the melted butter with the sugar alternative until combined.

  • Add the mashed banana, egg, and vanilla extract to the large mixing bowl and mix until just combined.

  • Lastly, fold in the dry ingredients from the first bowl to the wet ingredients in the second bowl. Do not overmix.

  • Fill the muffin cups about ⅔ full as the muffins will expand while baking. Then bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  • Remove the muffins from the oven and let them sit for a couple of minutes in the pan before transferring them to a cooling rack to further cool.

Recipe Notes

*Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
Also, please see the actual recipe post for further details on this recipe.

Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

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Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 111mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 0.9mg

Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!

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Here is the original recipe for Easy Sugar Free Banana Muffins
How to make Sugar Free Banana Muffins.
  • Preheat your oven to 350 and prep your muffin pan for nonstick.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Then stir in the sugar alternative that you have chosen to use.
  • In a small bowl, combine together the mashed bananas, whipped egg, and the oil. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • This is one of those recipes where we do not want to over mix the ingredients when we combine together the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients. Gently stir in the wet ingredients (bananas et al) with the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl until just mixed.
  • Bake your banana muffins for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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FAQs

What is the secret to moist muffins? ›

The right amount of butter or oil, or a combination of both, is important to get a moist muffin. This fat is essential for producing a beautifully moist muffin with a tender crumb - so don't reduce the amount stated in the recipe.

Can bananas be used as a sugar substitute? ›

To use bananas as a natural sugar substitute first make sure they are overripe. Then mash up one cup of bananas with a few tablespoons of water. Use one to one cup ratio for substitutions.

What is the secret to high muffins? ›

Chilling your muffin batter overnight in the fridge is the BEST thing you can do to make Tall Bakery Style Muffins. It makes them more moist, more tender, and TALLER! It's very similar to chilling cookie dough, which if you know me you know I'm obsessed with chilling cookie dough. Think of it like marinating.

What ingredients are usually included in muffins that make them unhealthy? ›

Dotted with fruit or sprinkled with nuts, they may appear to be a better breakfast than their donut neighbors, but with a range of other ingredients (often refined flours, high sodium, and plenty of added sugar) and large portion size, they're far from the optimal food choice to start your day.

Are muffins better with oil or butter? ›

The muffins made with oil had a very light and soft texture, they were perfect! The texture of the oil muffins was superior to the texture of the butter muffins. I will also say using butter is probably best in a recipe that doesn't have a lot of flavor add-ins, like a basic muffin recipe.

What not to do when making muffins? ›

Overmixing the batter.

When you overmix the batter, it crushes the air bubbles and ruins the fluffy texture. → Follow this tip: To ensure a batch of light, fluffy muffins, mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just barely combined, and no more dry flour is visible.

Are bananas OK for blood sugar? ›

Eating this healthy fruit can help stabilize blood sugar levels, improve insulin sensitivity and improve heart health. Though bananas are higher in carbs and sugars than some foods, they also contain fiber and resistant starch that slows down the digestion and release of sugar into your bloodstream.

What is the best alternative to sugar for diabetics? ›

5 Sugar Substitute Ideas for People With Diabetes
  1. Stevia. While you can buy stevia sweetener packets, it also grows as a plant — and some websites make harvesting and drying your own look easy. ...
  2. Coconut Palm Sugar. ...
  3. Erythritol. ...
  4. Advantame. ...
  5. Yacon Syrup.

Can you use applesauce instead of sugar in baking? ›

While you can substitute applesauce in place of granulated sugar, there are some things to be cautious of. Like butter and oil, you can substitute applesauce and sugar in a 1:1 ratio. However, sugar is a dry ingredient and applesauce is a wet ingredient, so you will have to cut back on other wet ingredients.

What does adding an extra egg do to muffins? ›

If there isn't enough egg, your batter or dough may not be able to hold its structure or could end up overly dry or dense. On the other hand, if there is too much egg, your baked goods could lose their shape due to excess liquid, or have a rubbery (or even overly cakey) texture depending on the recipe.

Should muffin batter rest before baking? ›

Rest the Muffin Batter

The first, most hands-off way to make your muffins pop (literally) is to let the batter rest. Make the batter, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and let the batter rest at room temperature for about 1 hour. If you're short on time, just 30 minutes can make a difference.

What is the most common flaw when baking muffins? ›

Overmixing is a common problem with muffins. First combine dry ingredients, mixing well. Then combine liquid ingredients, mixing well. Finally combine dry and wet ingredients, by hand, using only 15 to 20 light strokes.

What is the best flour for muffins? ›

The best bakery-style crumb muffins start with cake flour

Cake flour is more finely ground and has less protein, which leaves the muffins with a fine, light crumb and soft texture. Using cake flour is an easy way to avoid heavy, dense muffins even if you end up stirring just a bit too much.

What goes bad in muffin mix? ›

I can say for certain that what expires in these boxed mixes is the baking soda/baking powder. So if you want to use a box past it's expiration date then just add a teaspoon of fresh baking soda/baking powder to the mix and your cake should bake up just fine.

How do you keep muffins moist when baking? ›

Consider Paper Liners

If you're hoping to create extra moist muffins or aren't going to eat them for a while, consider using paper liners instead. Paper liners will help keep the moisture inside of the baked goods, allowing the muffins to remain fresher for longer.

What can I add to muffin mix to make it moist? ›

Sour Cream or Plain Yogurt: Sour cream helps keep the muffins extra moist. If needed, you can use plain yogurt instead. Sugar: Use granulated sugar to sweeten these muffins. I used to use some brown sugar and some white granulated sugar, but brown sugar weighed the muffins down.

How do I prevent my muffins from being dry? ›

To prevent muffins from drying out while baking, make sure not to overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough and dry muffins. Additionally, you can try adding ingredients like sour cream, yogurt, or applesauce to the batter to help keep the muffins moist.

What is the key to fluffy muffins? ›

Start with room-temperature ingredients.

Having eggs, butter, and milk at room temperature helps them form a smooth mixture that traps air and expands when heated in the oven. That expansion makes your muffins fluffy and light. Room-temperature butter should indent easily when you press it.

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