Talk about a comfort food. Sitting in front of a warm fire on a rainy day, biting into a fluffy, warm dairy-free muffin. (Don’t forget to pair it with a cup of tea or homemade vegan hot cocoa!) From classic blueberry to double chocolate goodness to savory treats, there’s something for everyone.
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The List: 50 Best Vegan Muffin Recipes
Delicious vegan muffins including fruit-infused, berry-packed, chocolate, coffee cake, carrot cake, matcha muffins, and more!
Best Classic Vegan Muffin Recipes
If you are looking for a classic to enjoy with your coffee or tea, look no further. From the best vegan blueberry muffins and vegan banana bread muffins to your basic muffin recipe.
Vegan Blueberry Muffins
These are the best classic blueberry muffins! This vegan blueberry muffin recipe can be made using fresh or frozen blueberries, so you're covered!
These tasty pumpkin muffins are both vegan and gluten-free, so all can enjoy them! These moist muffins are perfect enjoyed fresh but can also be kept in the freezer for up to a month!
Berry muffins FTW! Am I right? They are so good. Try one of these delicious recipes paired with a refreshing glass of lemon water or homemade lemonade with beets.
Healthy Raspberry Oat Muffins (Vegan)
These healthy raspberry oat muffins are so easy and the perfect comforting snack or breakfast.
These vegan muffins are divine. Made with oat flour, they are gluten-free too! Their incredible flavor is accentuated by almond extract, vanilla extract, and orange zest!
These vegan savory muffins are fluffier than scones but denser than sweet muffins. Packed with moisture, 4 veggies, and a cheesy flavor (without cheese).
Bursting with lemon zest and packed with chia seeds, these muffins are the perfect way to start your day. They’re gluten-free, flourless, and dairy-free.
Vegan baking isn’t actually that complicated. (Trust me.) Here are common sweeteners, dairy-free milk alternatives, vegan butter options, and how to replace the darn egg.
Sweeteners
I often use cane sugar and/or brown sugar. However, these are my go-to sweeteners if you are looking for a refined sugar-free option. You can use coconut sugar, agave, maple syrup (my personal fav), or even dates!
Non-Dairy Milk Alternatives
You can usually substitute traditional milk with dairy-free milk. Easy peasy. I always recommend using what you have on hand. My go-to’s are usually almond milk, oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk, or even cashew milk.
Vegan Eggs
The most common egg alternatives in vegan baking are flax eggs, applesauce, chia egg, and ripe bananas. There are also prepackaged egg replacers such as Ener-G or Bob’s Red Mill egg substitute.
Vegan Butter Alternatives
When it comes to the best butter alternatives, you have some options. Sometimes you can use oil, coconut oil (solid or melted), or they make vegan butter too! Just pay attention as to whether your recipe calls for salted or unsalted butter and make sure you pick the vegan butter to match.
Muffin Serving Ideas
Muffins are obviously delicious on their own. However, if you’re wanting to pair them with something tasty, here are my top recommendations.
Glaze: To make your vegan muffin a sweeter dessert, try drizzling maple glaze or cinnamon glaze on top.
I recommend storing them in an airtight container (glass when possible). I will often keep them on the cooling rack for the day and then transfer any left over muffins into two to three wide mouth mason jars. Most vegan muffins can stay at room temperature for 2-3 days. However, I usually recommend transferring them to the fridge by the end of day two to prevent molding and keep them fresh for longer. Finally, many dairy-free muffins can be frozen for up to a month. For this, I always recommend checking what your specific recipe recommends.
FAQ
What is a vegan muffin made of?
Vegan muffins are made using traditional baking ingredients minus any animal-derived ingredients. Instead, they are made with plant-based alternatives such as almond milk, soy milk, etc., vegan butter, and flaxseed eggs, etc.
Are vegan muffins healthier?
Yes, oftentimes, a vegan muffin is a healthier option. However, it also depends on the ingredients used. What is important to you? Is it made with whole grain flour or does it contain even more sugar than a traditionally made muffin? These are important things to look at and evaluate for yourself.
Is it cheaper to make muffins at home?
Yes, making muffins at home can be more cost-effective than buying them at a bakery or store, especially if you buy ingredients in bulk.
What can I add to muffins to keep them moist?
Using ingredients like applesauce, mashed bananas, or yogurt can definitely help keep your muffins moist. It’s also important not to overbake them. Overbaking your muffins can definitely dry them out!
Hi, I'm Rae. The voice behind Raepublic. I have a Masters of Science in Nutrition and Functional Medicine. My aim is to assist people who have experienced trauma to live a more holistic, well-balanced life. Through nutrition, plant-based eating, sustainable living, mindfulness, and movement.
