If you have been hunting for dairy free blueberry muffins with oat milk that actually taste indulgent while still being genuinely good for you, this recipe is going to become your new weekend staple. Most bakery-style blueberry muffins pack in close to 400 calories and over 30 grams of sugar per muffin. These ones? Under 200 calories, almost 6 grams of protein, and a satisfying fibre hit from a combination of almond flour, rolled oats, and ground flaxseed. They are light and golden on the outside, bursting with juicy blueberries on the inside, and they come together in under 30 minutes.
The secret to keeping these muffins moist without butter or regular milk is unsweetened oat milk paired with a small amount of coconut oil. Oat milk has a gentle, naturally creamy quality that works beautifully in baking. It adds just enough richness to keep the crumb tender without overpowering the blueberry flavour. Because oat milk is slightly thicker than some other plant milks, it helps the batter hold its structure really well, so you get those gorgeous domed tops rather than flat, sad little muffins. Using almond flour alongside a modest amount of wholemeal spelt flour keeps the texture soft while dramatically boosting both protein and fibre compared to a standard all-purpose flour recipe. The two flours work together as a team, and the result is something genuinely special.
For sweetness, this recipe uses a modest amount of coconut sugar rather than refined white sugar. Coconut sugar has a slightly lower glycaemic index than white sugar, and it also brings a subtle caramel depth that pairs brilliantly with blueberries. Combined with a ripe mashed banana in the batter, you get natural sweetness that means you need far less added sugar overall. The banana also acts as a binding agent, replacing the need for excessive eggs and adding potassium and extra fibre to the nutritional profile. Two large eggs do go into the batter for structure and protein, and a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar reacts with a small amount of baking soda to create that lift and lightness you want from a great muffin. Ground flaxseed is stirred through the dry ingredients almost invisibly, boosting omega-3 content without affecting the flavour at all.
These dairy free blueberry muffins with oat milk are genuinely meal-prep friendly. Bake a batch on Sunday and you have breakfast or a post-workout snack sorted for most of the week. They freeze brilliantly too. Feel free to use fresh or frozen blueberries, both work well here. If using frozen, add them straight from the freezer without thawing to avoid purple streaks running through the batter. A light scatter of rolled oats over the top before baking gives a lovely texture and makes them look like something from a proper bakery. Serve them warm with a drizzle of almond butter for an even more satisfying, protein-rich breakfast that will keep you full until lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour (blanched, finely ground)
- 3 cup wholemeal spelt flour (or wholemeal plain flour)
- 1 cup rolled oats (plus 2 tbsp extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 cup coconut sugar (loosely packed)
- 1.5 tsp baking powder (aluminium-free)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 medium ripe banana (mashed, about 1/3 cup)
- 3 cup unsweetened oat milk (barista or regular both work)
- 3 tbsp coconut oil (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen, do not thaw if frozen)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius (375 degrees Fahrenheit). Line a standard 12-hole muffin tin with paper liners or grease well with a little coconut oil.
Using paper liners makes removing the muffins much easier and keeps them moist.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, wholemeal spelt flour, rolled oats, ground flaxseed, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt until everything is evenly combined.
Break up any lumps in the almond flour by pressing them against the bowl with the back of a spoon before whisking.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, mashed banana, oat milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until smooth and well combined.
Make sure the melted coconut oil is not too hot or it can start to cook the eggs when you add them. Let it cool for a couple of minutes first.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Stop mixing as soon as you no longer see dry flour streaks. The batter will be thick.
Overmixing develops gluten and makes muffins tough and dense. A few small lumps in the batter are completely fine.
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Gently fold in the blueberries, reserving about a small handful to press onto the tops of the muffins after filling the cases.
If using frozen blueberries, fold them in quickly and get the batter into the tin fast to minimise colour bleeding.
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Divide the batter evenly between the 12 muffin cases, filling each about three quarters full. Press a few reserved blueberries onto the top of each muffin, then scatter a pinch of rolled oats over the tops.
Using an ice cream scoop to portion the batter is the easiest way to get even muffins.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the centre of a muffin comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
Ovens vary, so start checking at the 20-minute mark. Do not open the oven door before 18 minutes or the muffins may sink.
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Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
The muffins firm up as they cool, so give them those 5 minutes in the tin before trying to move them.
Nutrition per serving
185kcal
Calories
5.8g
Protein
22g
Carbs
9g
Fat
3.4g
Fibre
9.2g
Sugar
138mg
Sodium
Pro Tips
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Room temperature eggs blend more smoothly into the batter and help the muffins rise more evenly.
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For extra protein, stir 2 tablespoons of unflavoured or vanilla plant-based protein powder into the dry ingredients.
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Do not skip the apple cider vinegar. It reacts with the baking soda to create lift, which is especially important in a dairy-free batter.
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If your muffins are browning too quickly on top, loosely tent the tin with foil for the last 5 minutes of baking.
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A ripe banana with plenty of brown spots works best here. The riper the banana, the more natural sweetness it contributes, which means you need less added sugar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Variations
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Lemon Blueberry
Add the zest of one large lemon and a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to the wet ingredients. The citrus brightens the blueberry flavour beautifully and adds a fresh, zingy note to every bite.
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Double Berry
Replace half the blueberries with fresh or frozen raspberries for a tart, vibrant twist. The two berries complement each other wonderfully and make the muffins even more colourful.
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Blueberry Banana Nut
Fold in 3 tablespoons of roughly chopped walnuts along with the blueberries for extra crunch, healthy fats, and a boost of omega-3 fatty acids.
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Protein-Boosted
Stir 2 to 3 tablespoons of vanilla or unflavoured pea protein powder into the dry ingredients. You may need to add an extra tablespoon of oat milk to the batter to compensate for the extra dry ingredient.
Substitutions
- •Oat milk → Almond milk or soy milk (Both work well as a 1-to-1 swap. Soy milk is slightly higher in protein if that is a priority for you.)
- •Wholemeal spelt flour → Gluten-free oat flour (Use the same quantity for a fully gluten-free muffin. The texture will be slightly denser but still delicious.)
- •Coconut oil → Light olive oil or avocado oil (Use the same quantity. These neutral oils keep the muffins moist without adding any strong flavour.)
- •Coconut sugar → Maple syrup (Use 3 tablespoons of maple syrup instead of the 1/3 cup coconut sugar, and reduce the oat milk by 2 tablespoons to compensate for the extra liquid.)
- •Ripe banana → Unsweetened applesauce (Use 1/3 cup of unsweetened applesauce in place of the mashed banana. The muffins will be slightly less sweet, so you may wish to add an extra teaspoon of coconut sugar.)
🧊 Storage
Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. To freeze, wrap each muffin individually in cling film and place in a zip-lock bag. They keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen in a microwave for 45 to 60 seconds or in an oven at 170 degrees Celsius for about 10 minutes.
📅 Make Ahead
These muffins are excellent for meal prep. Bake the full batch on Sunday and store in the fridge for weekday breakfasts. You can also mix the dry ingredients and wet ingredients separately the night before, then combine and bake in the morning. Do not combine the two mixtures ahead of time as the leavening agents will begin activating straight away.
