These Banana Immunity Blueberry Muffins are a staple in our house for busy mornings and snack time. They’re not super sweet and have a more moist, lightly flavored crumb, which makes them perfect for toddlers, kids, and anyone who prefers a less-sweet muffin. Since there’s no added sugar, the sweetness comes naturally from ripe bananas and blueberries!
Why These Muffins Stay So Moist (Even Without Dairy)
A lot of no-sugar muffins can turn out dry, but these stay soft and tender thanks to a few key ingredients. Mashed bananas add natural moisture, the oil keeps the crumb soft, and fruit juice replaces milk to keep everything light and fluffy. The result is a muffin that stays moist even after refrigeration or freezing.
The flavor is mild and simple. These aren’t dessert-style muffins. They’re meant to be gently sweet, soft, and easy to eat, especially for little ones.
A Great Option for Toddlers and Easy Breakfasts
These muffins work really well as a toddler snack because they’re soft, easy to hold, and not overly sweet. I love serving one on its own or alongside fruit or yogurt for a balanced snack.
They’re also an easy breakfast option on busy mornings. I’ll grab one from the fridge or freezer, warm it up for a few seconds, and breakfast is done. No extra prep, no mess, and no rushing to cook first thing in the morning.
Freezer-Friendly and Make-Ahead
These muffins freeze beautifully, which makes them great for meal prep. I like to make a batch, let them cool completely, then store them in a freezer-safe bag. When needed, I microwave one for 20 to 30 seconds and it’s soft and ready to eat again.
Having freezer-friendly snacks like this on hand makes days feel smoother, especially with toddlers.
About the Juice
This recipe uses fruit juice instead of milk to keep it dairy-free and moist. I used Uncle Matt’s Ultimate Immune, but any orange juice or fruit juice works well, so feel free to use whatever you already have at home.
These Banana Immunity Blueberry Muffins are one of those recipes I keep coming back to because they’re easy, not overly sweet, and work for so many parts of the day. Whether it’s a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or something to pull from the freezer on a busy morning, they’re a simple option that fits right into everyday life!
Banana Immunity Blueberry Muffins (Dairy-Free, No Added Sugar)
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup orange juice or fruit juice of choice
- ⅓ cup avocado oil or melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup sugar or maple syrup optional
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ¾ cup blueberries fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Whisk in eggs, juice, oil, and vanilla.
- If using, whisk in the optional sweetener.
- Add flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir just until combined.
- Toss blueberries with 1 teaspoon flour, then gently fold into the batter.
- Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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