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Gluten-Free Banana Oat Muffins with Chocolate Chips

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 180
Delicious and healthy gluten-free muffins packed with ripe bananas, oats, and chocolate chips, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Fruits

  • 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 1/4 cups mashed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or neutral oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups oat flour (use certified gluten-free oats, blitzed into flour if needed)
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats (certified GF)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (ensure gluten-free)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional but recommended)

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy, as needed to loosen batter)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare muffin tin.
  • Mash bananas, then whisk in eggs, maple syrup, melted oil, and vanilla.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then combine with wet ingredients. Add milk if batter is too thick.
  • Gently fold in chocolate chips, then divide batter among muffin cups. Top with extra chips.
  • Bake for 16–20 minutes until set. Rest 5 minutes before removing from pan.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for best flavor and sweetness.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Banana, gluten free, Muffins