20 Amazing Vegan Muffin Recipes

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Vegan muffins are one of the easiest things to bake, and they don’t require any fancy ingredients. A basic pantry setup, a mixing bowl, and a muffin tin are all it takes. The best part is how versatile they are. You can go fruity with blueberries and bananas, rich with chocolate and peanut butter, or even sneak in vegetables like sweet potato and carrot.

If you’ve ever been skeptical about egg-free baking, muffins are where that skepticism falls apart. A flax egg or a splash of apple cider vinegar mixed with plant milk creates enough lift and moisture that you genuinely won’t miss the eggs. Most of these recipes come together in one bowl and bake in under 30 minutes, which makes them great for meal prep, quick breakfasts, or afternoon snacking.

We’ve rounded up 20 of the best vegan muffin recipes from around the web, plus several from our own kitchen. You’ll find everything from pumpkin chocolate chip muffins to fluffy blueberry muffins to chocolate chip peanut butter muffins. Let’s get into it.

20 Best Vegan Muffin Recipes

Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Muffins – Elavegan

These moist, soft muffins use sweet potato as the base, making them naturally gluten-free and refined sugar-free if you want them that way. The chocolate chips add just enough sweetness, and they freeze well for easy meal prep.

Vegan Lemon Muffins – Love & Lemons

Bright, citrusy, and simple. These vegan lemon muffins are solid for a weekend breakfast, and they freeze well for busy mornings when you need something quick.

Vegan Strawberry Muffins – My Darling Vegan

Tender and moist with a hint of lemon, these strawberry muffins taste like a proper bakery treat. Great when strawberries are in season and you want a fresh, fruity bake.

Vegan Carrot Cake Muffins – Daily Vegan Meal

Hearty and lightly spiced, these vegan carrot muffins are a satisfying way to start the morning. Make a batch ahead of time and grab one on your way out the door. A drizzle of vanilla glaze takes them up a notch.

Raspberry Jam Swirled Almond Butter Muffins – Recipe Runner

100% whole wheat and completely vegan, these muffins get a gorgeous swirl of raspberry jam through almond butter batter. They work for breakfast, brunch, or just a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.

Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins – The Baking ChocolaTess

Chocolate and peanut butter is a combination that never gets old. These chocolate peanut butter muffins lean healthier than most while still tasting indulgent. A solid grab-and-go breakfast option.

Vegan Blueberry Muffins – Vegan Heaven

Ready in 25 minutes with just one bowl. These vegan blueberry muffins are moist, bursting with berries, and about as straightforward as baking gets. If you’re new to vegan muffin baking, this is a great place to start.

Chocolatey Vegan Pumpkin Muffins – Daily Vegan Meal

Pumpkin and chocolate is an underrated pairing. These chocolate vegan pumpkin muffins come together in under 30 minutes and pack in real nutrition from the pumpkin puree. Rich, moist, and genuinely delicious.

Avocado Matcha Muffins – Feasting on Fruit

A creative spin on vegan muffins. These grain-free avocado matcha muffins are soft and fluffy with a subtle green tea flavor. The avocado keeps them incredibly moist without any oil.

Apple Cider Muffins – Two Raspberries

Soft, moist, and topped with a sugary streusel. These vegan apple cider muffins have that warm, fall-spiced flavor that makes the whole kitchen smell amazing while they bake.

Chocolate Chip Vegan Muffins – Food with Feeling

Simple ingredients, one bowl, done. These chocolate chip vegan muffins are the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again because they’re quick, reliable, and taste like the real deal.

Vegan Gluten Free Banana Coffee Cupcakes – Allergylicious

Part muffin, part cupcake, fully delicious. These banana coffee cupcakes are spiced, studded with chocolate chips, and topped with a smooth cappuccino frosting. The banana keeps them moist and adds natural sweetness.

Vegan Cinnamon Roll Muffins – Hello Spoonful

All the cinnamon roll flavor in muffin form, made with clean ingredients. These are great for kids and adults alike, and they travel well for on-the-go breakfasts.

Vegan Banana Muffins with Streusel – Vegan Richa

Soft and fluffy banana muffins with a crunchy streusel topping. These come together quickly and are easy to customize with nuts or berries. If you love banana bread, you’ll love these. Also check out our own easy banana chocolate chip muffins for another take on the banana muffin.

Vegan Blueberry and Coconut Muffins – Cupful of Kale

Triple coconut action here: coconut yoghurt, coconut milk, and desiccated coconut all go into these fruity blueberry muffins. The result is extra moist with a nice bit of texture.

Chocolate Cherry Muffins – Holy Cow Vegan

Oil-free, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and made with whole grain flour. These chocolate cherry muffins use aquafaba for lift and are studded with juicy cherries throughout. A healthier take on the chocolate muffin that actually tastes great.

Vegan Raspberry Breakfast Muffins – The Thriving Vegan

Raspberries bring a tart, summery punch to these breakfast muffins while also boosting the nutrition. Light, fruity, and a refreshing change from the usual blueberry muffin.

Vegan Orange Spice Muffins – Our Balanced Bowl

Orange zest and warm spices in every bite, finished with an easy orange glaze. These vegan muffins have a unique flavor profile that’s a nice departure from the usual chocolate and berry options.

Easy Vegan Fluffy Blueberry Muffins – Daily Vegan Meal

Our easy vegan fluffy blueberry muffins are made with simple pantry ingredients and loaded with juicy blueberries. An optional lemon glaze on top takes them from great to outstanding. One of our most popular muffin recipes for a reason.

Vegan Peanut Butter Swirled Chocolate Banana Muffins – Daily Vegan Meal

These vegan peanut butter swirled chocolate banana muffins combine three of the best flavors in baking. They’re incredibly moist, rich, and satisfying any time of day.

More Easy Vegan Muffin Recipes to Try

If you’re looking for even more plant-based muffin ideas, check out some of our other favorites:

• Vegan Apple Fritter Muffins – Buttery, cinnamon-swirled, and loaded with apple chunks
• One Bowl Pineapple Muffins – Tropical, moist, and ridiculously easy
• Vegan Orange Banana Muffins – Light and fluffy with orange cream cheese frosting
• Vegan Cranberry Orange Banana Muffins – A sweet and tart flavor combination

Tips for Baking Vegan Muffins

A few things that make a real difference when baking dairy-free and egg-free muffins:

Don’t overmix the batter. This is the number one mistake people make. Stir until the dry ingredients are just incorporated. A few small lumps are fine. Overmixing develops the gluten and gives you dense, tough muffins instead of light, fluffy ones.

Use room temperature ingredients. Cold plant milk straight from the fridge can seize up the coconut oil or vegan butter in your batter. Let your wet ingredients sit out for 15-20 minutes before mixing.

Fill the cups generously. For bakery-style muffin tops, fill each cup about three-quarters full. Don’t be shy with the batter.

Rotate the pan halfway through baking. Most ovens have hot spots. A quick 180-degree turn at the halfway mark ensures even browning across all 12 muffins.

That’s the roundup. Twenty vegan muffin recipes covering everything from chocolate and peanut butter to fruit, spice, and everything in between. Pick one, bake a batch this weekend, and see how easy plant-based muffins can be.

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