Almond Flour Banana Muffins (Paleo & Grain-Free)

Almond Flour Banana Muffins With Chocolate Chips – Naturally sweet bananas come together with protein-rich, low-carb almond flour and decadent chocolate chips for a delicious yet surprisingly healthy muffin! This banana bread muffin recipe is keto-friendly, paleo, and can easily be made vegan as well.

I love banana muffins! Whether it’s my banana oatmeal muffins, gluten-free chunky monkey muffins, or these almond flour banana muffins – I love them all! Bananas are a great source of potassium, vitamin B6, and fiber (plus they’re delicious). So what could be better than making muffins with them?

These Keto, paleo, grain-free almond flour banana muffins are a great breakfast or snack. They’re perfect for anyone who wants to cut back on sugar and carbs OR simply wants to level up their muffin game! My almond flour banana muffins are moist, fluffy, and delicious. With only natural ingredients, they will keep your cravings at bay without sacrificing flavor!

The base of these banana muffins is made with almond flour which is a naturally sweet flour that is high in protein and healthy fats. It’s a great way to level up your ingredients when trying to cut back on refined flours, and it’s super easy to work with. Almond flour can be used in sweet and savory recipes, so it’s a great way to add some variety to your diet.

If you are looking for a vegan option, just swap out the eggs for flax or chia eggs. To make a flax egg, combine one tablespoon of ground flaxseed meal with three tablespoons of water. Mix well and set aside for 5-10 minutes to thicken. You can also use ground chia seeds instead of flax to replace the eggs!

Let’s get baking!

Why You’ll Love These Almond Flour Banana Muffins 

• They’re Keto-friendly, lower in carbs, paleo, grain-free, naturally sweetened, and taste amazing.

• They’re a great source of protein and healthy fats.

• Kids & adults alike both love these almond flour banana muffins, so they’re family friendly.

• They’re perfect for breakfast, a snack or packed in lunch boxes and they offer the same kind of comfort as a classic banana bread muffin.

• You can easily make them vegan with one simple ingredient swap.

Equipment Needed To Make Banana Bread Muffins

• 12-cup muffin pan
• Muffin liners
• Cooking Spray
• Large Bowl
• Medium Bowl
• Rubber Spatula
• Wire Cooling Rack

Ingredients You’ll Need To Make These Healthy Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

• blanched almond flour (I use super fine almond flour)
• baking powder
• baking soda
• sea salt
• ripe bananas (the browner the better)
• large eggs (or flax or chia seed eggs)
• monk fruit blend (or maple syrup, honey or coconut sugar)
• vanilla extract
• chocolate chips (I like these stevia-sweetened chocolate chips)

How To Make Almond Flour Banana Muffins

• Preheat the oven to 350 (180 C) degrees. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with muffin liners or grease the pan.

• In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

• Place the bananas in a medium bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the bananas until they’re almost smooth.

• Add the eggs, monk fruit (or maple syrup), and vanilla to the bananas and mix until combined.

• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Add half of the chocolate chips and stir them in.

• Divide the batter into all the muffin cups. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips evenly over the top of the batter. 

• Bake 20-22 minutes until the muffins are puffed and golden brown. Cool 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. 

Notes:

• Sweetener: I like to use a monk fruit erythritol blend – this is a great option if you are looking for a sweetener that is anti-inflammatory and does not affect blood sugar like traditional refined sugars. Alternatively, maple syrup, coconut, and/or honey would also work as well.

• Chocolate Chips: I like to use stevia-sweetened chocolate chips to keep the sugars a bit lower for this recipe – but you can use any chocolate chip you like or have on hand. And, of course, if you are opting to make these muffins vegan, be sure to choose a plant-based chocolate chip.

How To Store Almond Flour Banana Muffins

These chocolate chip banana muffins will keep well in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature and up to one week in the refrigerator. They can be frozen too, for up to 3 months! Make a double batch and freeze one set for a quick and easy breakfast on the go!

Almond Flour Banana Muffins FAQs

What other healthy flour can I substitute for the almond flour in this recipe?

If you don’t want to use almond flour, coconut flour, or another grain-free option would work well.

Is coconut flour better than almond flour?

No. Both almond and coconut flour are great options if you’re looking for grain-free flour – however, they have different textures and flavors, so it really comes down to personal preference. They are not an even swap, you would need to tweak the ratio of ingredients if you wanted to use coconut flour.

As far as nutritional differences go, coconut flour has fewer vitamins and minerals, a higher carb count, and less fat than almond flour. Calorically it is lower. It is not the best option if you are trying to eat low-carb or are on a keto diet. 

What other add-ins could I try in this recipe?

Some other great options for add-ins are blueberries, cranberries, pecans, or walnuts. Or you can make these chocolate chip banana muffins with nuts and berries! Be creative and have fun experimenting to discover your favorite combo.

Are almond flour banana muffins healthy?

Yes! These low-carb almond flour banana muffins are made using all-natural ingredients – no refined sugars and no grains.

Can I use regular sugar instead of a sugar substitute?

Yes, but I don’t recommend it. If you don’t need these banana muffins to be keto or low-carb, then you can use regular sugar or another sweetener of your choice in this recipe. The end result will be slightly different from the original recipe, and the nutritional value will be impacted.

How is almond flour different from regular flour?

Almond flour is made from blanched almonds and has a lower carbohydrate count than regular white flour. It also has a higher protein content and is gluten-free. Almond flour is often considered a “healthy” flour option for baking.

Do I have to add the chocolate chips to this banana muffin recipe?

Nope! If you’d prefer a chocolate-free version of these muffins, leave the chocolate chips out. Omitting the chocolate chips will not affect the final taste or sweetness level of these muffins. Play with different mix-ins like; walnuts, pecans, raisins, shredded coconut, or cranberries.

Why do you recommend using a cooling rack?

I always like to use a wire cooling rack after baking anything – this allows the air to circulate around the food and helps them cool quicker. This is especially important with delicate baked goods like muffins, so they don’t get soggy or gummy. BUT – it’s okay to skip this step as well. Whatever makes things feel easy works for me!

More Banana Recipes To Enjoy!

• Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
• Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
• Healthy Banana Bread Muffins
• Banana Oatmeal Muffins
• Banana Protein Muffins

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