My idea for this recipe was inspired by my recipe for these Healthy Banana Oat Cookies. I wanted to utilize a similar ingredient list and create moist, flavorful, and healthy muffins, and I am so excited to share this recipe with all of you.

These Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins make a wonderful morning or midday snack, and you would never guess that they are made with vegan and nutritious ingredients. Just look at these photos of how happy these muffins make my beautiful roommate! Who is my favorite taste tester, and also happens to have her own vegan blog (Hangin’ with Hales) that is a great resource for information about veganism, health, and loving yourself!

And I promise that when you try these amazing Healthy Muffins you will be just as excited as she is! Because how could you not be excited about a decadent muffin that is made with good-for-you ingredients!?

Key Ingredients

Let’s go over the key ingredients in this recipe.

Oat Flour is the base for these muffins. If you have never heard of oat flour before, it is a wonderful gluten-free flour alternative that is perfect for healthy baking. You can make your own oat flour by processing two cups of whole oats in your blender or food processor until you have reached flour consistency.

This recipe calls for three overripe Bananas. Bananas give these muffins their flavor, are a natural source of sweetness, and work as a vegan egg-replacement.

These muffins call for three to four tablespoons of Maple Syrup depending on desired sweetness. I usually only add three tablespoons because the natural sugar from the bananas also adds sweetness. Although, if you prefer a sweeter muffin I would add in four.

Natural Peanut Butter is another key ingredient in this recipe. It works as a healthy fat source to keep these muffins moist. It is important to note that the peanut butter in this recipe is natural. Natural peanut butter has a much different consistency than other brands of peanut butter that contain added sugar and oil. I like to use Natural Chunky Peanut Butter because I like the texture that it gives these muffins. You may substitute other kinds of natural nut or seed butter if you prefer, but it may alter the taste.

Of course, these muffins have the addition of Chocolate Chips! Banana and chocolate is one of my favorite flavor combinations. Chocolate helps add the perfect amount of decadence to these wholesome muffins, but peanut butter chips would also work well here!

If you’re looking for more ways to use your overripe bananas? Check out these banana recipes Banana Blueberry Muffins, the Best Vegan Banana Bread, Healthy Banana Oat Cookies, Vegan Chocolate Banana Bread, Peanut Butter Swirl Banana Nice Cream, Chocolate Banana Milkshake, and these Blueberry Banana Baked Donuts.

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Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 9

Ingredients

• 2 cups oat flour (made by processing whole oats in a blender until flour consistency is reached)
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3-4 tablespoons maple syrup depending on desired sweetness
• 1/4 cup almond milk or dairy-free milk
• 3 overripe mashed bananas
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup natural peanut butter smooth or chunky
• 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips plus more for topping

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line/grease a muffin tray for 9 muffins.
• Combine the first four dry ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together until evenly combined.
• Add the rest of the ingredients (aside from the chocolate chips) and stir until evenly combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
• Evenly distribute batter into the prepared muffin tray, filling each muffin cup almost to the top. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let cool for 10-15 minutes before removing from the tray and cooling on wire rack. Enjoy!

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I am always looking for an excuse to incorporate chocolate into my breakfast, and this chia seed pudding is the perfect opportunity. This recipe is naturally sweetened with maple syrup and packed with chocolatey flavor, which makes this the perfect feel-good treat that pairs perfectly with fresh berries, oatmeal, or yogurt.

Recipe Notes

This chia seed pudding requires at least 3 to 4 hours to set in the fridge before serving. If you plan on making this chia seed pudding for breakfast, be sure to make this pudding the night before and place it in the fridge overnight.

The recipe calls for almond milk, but you can use your favorite dairy free milk.

Chia seed pudding is extremely versatile and adaptable so you can add any additional flavors or toppings that you like. This recipe pairs wonderfully with smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt, granola, and fruit!

If you love this recipe, try this Vegan Chocolate Banana Milkshake that is totally acceptable to eat for breakfast!

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Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

Course Breakfast, Snack

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 4 hours hours

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of chia seeds
• 1.5 tablespoons cocoa powder
• ½ cup almond milk
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla
• 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup depending on desired sweetness

Optional

• small pinch of salt
• pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

• Combine chia seeds and cocoa powder in a bowl and stir until combined. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until completely combined and no clumps remain (this may take a minute or two but just keep stirring).
• Place in the fridge to set for 3-4 hours or overnight. Enjoy with coconut milk yogurt, granola, oatmeal, and/or fresh fruit.

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I have been making this recipe almost every single day as a midday snack because it is just that good! This vegan chocolate banana milkshake also makes the perfect dessert because it is perfectly decadent, which is why no one would believe you if you told them that it is made with wholesome plant-based ingredients.

Ingredient Breakdown

I love this healthy milkshake because it is so versatile and adaptable! This recipe calls for four simple ingredients: banana (frozen), dairy-free milk (I usually use almond milk), cocoa powder, and ice.

Frozen banana gives this vegan treat a thick and creamy consistency while being dairy-free and naturally sweetened. It is important to make sure that you slice and freeze your banana beforehand, or else the consistency will not be as thick. I have gotten into the habit of keeping a few sliced bananas in my freezer at all times!

After testing this recipe dozens of times, I found that about 1/3 cup plus a few extra tablespoons of dairy-free milk created the perfect consistency. Of course, you can start by adding less if you would like a thicker milkshake, and add more for a thinner milkshake.

2 tablespoons of cocoa powder give this milkshake the perfect chocolatey flavor. If you’re obsessed with chocolate like I am, feel free to add more cocoa powder for a more intense flavor!

This recipe calls for 2 small ice cubes or about 1/4 cup of ice. Ice helps to thicken this milkshake and adds to the volume, but I have also made this recipe without any ice. Leaving out the ice will result in a smaller milkshake, and you will not need as much dairy-free milk, but it will still be just as delicious!

Additionally, you can add any other ingredients that you would like to take this milkshake to the next level. For example, sometimes I like to add peanut butter for extra flavor or a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips!

If you love this recipe, be sure to check out my recipe for Peanut Butter Swirl Banana Nice Cream.

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Vegan Chocolate Banana Milkshake

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Drinks, Snack

Keyword banana, chocolate, healthy, milkshake, smoothie

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 1 large banana FROZEN and sliced
• 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons of almond milk or dairy-free milk of choice
• 2-2.5 tablespoon of cocoa powder adding more for a deeper chocolate flavor
• 2 ice cubes about 1/4 cup of ice
• Optional: 1-2 tablespoons of peanut butter

Instructions

• Slice one large banana and place it in the freezer for at least 2-3 hours before you begin.
• Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until completely smooth. If you want a thicker consistency, add more ice. If you want a thinner consistency, add more dairy-free milk. Now enjoy your simple, healthy, and delicious vegan milkshake!

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