Whip up a batch of these heavenly Vegan Banana Bread Muffins, featuring an irresistibly moist interior and a delightful crunchy walnut crumble topping. Crafted with love and simple pantry staples, these muffins embody the essence of home-baked goodness with just 15 minutes of active preparation. The secret to their incredible moisture is ripe bananas, paired harmoniously with coconut sugar for a subtle sweetness that complements the rich banana flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of aromatic walnut crumble, these bakery-style muffins are an easy, fuss-free treat that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or new to the vegan scene, these muffins are sure to impress, making them the ultimate companion to your afternoon tea or morning coffee.
Why You'll Love This:
- Effortlessly Easy: Simple to prepare with just 15 minutes of active prep time.
- Moist & Flavorful: Ripe bananas and vegan buttermilk ensure each muffin is deliciously moist.
- Crunchy Walnut Topping: Adds a delightful texture contrast and nutty flavor.
- Vegan & Wholesome: Made without eggs or dairy, suitable for vegans and anyone looking for a plant-based treat.
Perfect Occasion:
These Vegan Banana Bread Muffins are ideal for cozy mornings, afternoon tea breaks, brunch gatherings, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. Their ease of preparation and storage also makes them perfect for meal prep, ensuring a delicious vegan treat is always at hand.
Decoration Tips:
- Glaze for Extra Sweetness: Consider drizzling a simple vanilla glaze on top of the muffins once cooled for an added layer of sweetness.
- Serve with Fruit: Accompany these muffins with fresh fruit slices or berries for a refreshing contrast.
- Nut Variations: Feel free to experiment with different nuts in the crumble topping for varied flavors and textures.
Ingredients:
For the Muffins:
- 350g ripe bananas
- 170g coconut sugar
- 240ml vegan buttermilk
- 80ml olive oil
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 280g all-purpose flour
- 125g finely chopped walnuts
- 3 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Crumble Topping:
- 30g roughly chopped walnuts
- 30g all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp melted vegan butter or olive oil
Instructions:
- Prep: Preheat oven and prepare muffin tray with liners.
- Mash Banana: Combine mashed banana with coconut sugar, vegan buttermilk, olive oil, and vanilla.
- Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, baking powder, soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine: Fold dry ingredients into wet, then add walnuts. Avoid overmixing.
- Crumble Topping: Mix walnuts, flour, sugar, and cinnamon with melted butter to achieve a crumbly consistency.
- Bake: Fill liners, top with crumble, and bake as directed. Cool before serving.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temp or freeze for later enjoyment.
Delight in the simple pleasure of baking with these Vegan Banana Bread Muffins, a perfect balance of moist banana flavor and nutty crunch, ready to make any day special.