Fruit-sweetened cardamom blueberry muffins. These muffins are sweetened with bananas and made with whole wheat flour for a nutritious, high-fiber snack. There’s also a vegan and nut-free option!
Looking for a healthy snack for school or work? Or maybe a quick on-the-go breakfast recipe? I’m here to help with these little fruit-sweetened cardamom blueberry muffins.
These muffins are inspired by one of the most popular recipes on the blog: my breakfast banana bread. If you haven’t tried that one yet, go make it NOW. Then come back and make the next best thing: These cardamom blueberry muffins.
Honestly, I can’t say which one’s my favorite. I used the same base for the muffins as I did for the banana bread and they are both extremely moist and truly satisfying. The best part? They’re sweetened with bananas only. And blueberries in this case.
Note that like my banana bread, these muffins aren’t intended to be overly sweet and dessert-like. I would classify them as breakfast food. A little sweet and perfect with nut butter or some butter/vegan butter. I love having them as a snack with Sunbutter. It’s the best! But like I said, don’t expect them to be overly sweet. Instead, enjoy them as a healthy lightly sweet breakfast or snack.
Many have tried and loved my banana bread over the years, so I’m hoping you’ll enjoy these muffins as well.
As I said earlier, these muffins are inspired by my banana bread. And like my banana bread, these muffins have several different variations. For the original, I made them with whole wheat pastry flour, unsweetened almond milk and olive oil. Here are a few alternatives:
Gluten-free version: Try substituting the whole wheat flour for all-purpose gluten-free flour – The same amount. My friend tried a version with buckwheat which didn’t turn out too well. It works, but I believe all-purpose gluten-free would work best. I haven’t tried it myself, but it worked well for the banana bread.
Nut-free version: Substitute the almond milk for unsweetened soy milk, oat milk or your favorite nut-free milk. Cashew milk also works (if you’re not looking for a nut-free option of course).
Other oils: Substitute the olive oil for melted coconut oil or a lighter tasting oil, such as avocado oil.
And if you’re looking for a different flour option, spelt flour works well too!
I hope one of those versions will fit your needs! If you’re anything like me, you probably already have all of those ingredients on hand. If so, make a batch and have quick snacks all week! I know I’ll be making more. 🙂
If you make these cardamom blueberry muffins, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys. And of course, if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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Oh my word! I was seriously fantasizing about blueberry muffins last night (as one does), and these look perfect! <3
Thank you! I hope you try them. I've been thinking about them non stop since I made them. Hah! :)
These muffins are sooooo good. Especially topped with nut butter! Recommended!
The nut butter is a must for sure! I'm glad to hear you like them.
I've made this multiple times now and they are amazing! I followed the recipe exactly. I was looking for ways to use up the cardamom we have at home and I'm so happy we found this. I love that it is naturally sweetened as well.
I'm so happy you like them!! Thank you so much for the good feedback. Enjoy. :)
hi can you sub the cardamom for something else? i cant find it anywhere.
thanks
Hi Rachel, I would use cinnamon instead if you can't find cardamom, just for a little added flavor. You can also omit it if you'd prefer. Hope this helps. :)
Great muffins, tasted good and easy to make! I used Spelt flour, flax egg, and soy milk as I was making this for a vegan crowd. turned out well!
Hi Alexandra! Thank you for the good feedback. I'm so happy they turned out well with the flax egg. Enjoy!
I love this recipe! How delightful that it is only sweetened with fruit. Have you ever tried to make a fruit sweetened cake? I also love your fruit sweetened banana bread. Thank you for sharing so many wonderful recipes.
That's so great to hear! I do have two fruit-sweetened cakes. This spiced banana cake (https://nourishedbycaroline.ca/spiced-banana-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting/) and this apple zucchini cake (https://nourishedbycaroline.ca/whole-wheat-apple-zucchini-cake-with-cream-cheese-frosting/). I hope you'll love them. :)