Can I use a different oil?

You can substitute the coconut oil with another oil, like olive or vegetable oil, but coconut oil gives the muffins a slight flavor that pairs perfectly with the bananas.

How do I make these muffins gluten-free?

You can substitute the whole wheat flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. I've made these muffins with Bob's Red Mill GF flour and they tasted great too!

How can I make these muffins even healthier?

For even fewer calories, you can reduce the amount of chocolate chips, swap with nuts or skip them altogether. Adding flax or chia seeds can also increase the fiber and omega-3 content.

I Stopped Adding Sugar to My Banana Muffins

These Refined Sugar Free Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Muffins are what I make when I have overripe bananas sitting on the counter and a family asking for something sweet. They're soft, fluffy, naturally sweetened, and studded with chocolate chips in every bite. Perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, or those afternoons when everyone suddenly needs a snack.

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Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Muffins

And don't worry, they taste every bit as indulgent as you'd expect from banana bread with chocolate chips!

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Banana Bread Chocolate Chip Muffins
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Banana bread chocolate chip muffins without refined sugar.

Can I use regular flour instead of whole wheat flour?
Yes, but I love using whole wheat flour for the extra fiber and texture. If you choose to use all-purpose flour, the muffins will still turn out great!

Ingredients

Wholewheat flour - I love using whole wheat flour in these muffins because it adds a lovely nutty flavor and extra fiber, which helps keep me full longer. It gives the muffins a heartier texture without compromising on flavor.
Coconut oil - This is a must for keeping the muffins moist and tender. It also adds just a hint of coconut flavor, which I think pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the bananas.
Maple syrup - I'm all about maple syrup as a sweetener. It's refined sugar-free, so it adds a more natural sweetness with a lovely depth of flavor. Plus, it's just so much more wholesome than regular sugar!
Mashed bananas - I use 2-3 ripe bananas because they provide the perfect amount of moisture and natural sweetness. Plus, the overripe bananas are just perfect for this recipe, making the muffins extra soft.
Yogurt or kefir - Both of these will yield similar results, kefir makes the muffins a little more moist.
Milk - Whether you use regular milk or a plant-based alternative like almond or oat milk, it helps give the muffins the right texture and just enough moisture. It's super adaptable based on your preferences!
Pure vanilla extract - This is my secret ingredient to make everything come together.

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