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8.26.18

Cinnamon Raisin Banana Muffins {Paleo, No Added Sugar}

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These deliciously hearty yet soft and moist Paleo cinnamon raisin banana muffins are made with no grains, dairy, and no added sugar.  They’re gluten free, Paleo, sweetened only with bananas and perfect for breakfast or a snack! Kid approved and easy to make!

Here it is – the last non-fall-baking recipe you’re going to see for awhile!

I’m just itching (weird word) to break out all the pumpkin and apple goodness that I’ve been working on for nearly a month now, but for today, we’re going back to classic and simple with these no-sugar added cinnamon raisin banana muffins.

I really just can’t ever NOT make banana bread or muffins whenever I have a couple of ripe bananas leftover, which is actually pretty often lately since it seems my family is on some sort of banana strike.

It makes no sense to me, because bananas will always be a go-to snack for me, but then again, it means more banana muffins and THAT is always a good thing.

I based these muffins on my wildly popular hearty paleo banana bread because 1.) why not, it’s delicious and 2.) as it turns out, there’s really no need to add sweetener of any kind to banana bread.  There, I said it, and now I’ll never be able to take it back!

Since I wanted these muffins to sort of ease us into the spirit of fall I decided to make them cinnamon raisin flavored.  Not because cinnamon raisin is so “fall” but because for some reason my brain wants to make it that way, and so for me, it just is.

If you didn’t follow that last sentence, don’t worry, I’m not sure I did either 🙂

Anyway, these grain free and paleo banana muffins are just packed with natural sweetness and warmth from the bananas, cinnamon, and raisins.

They’re perfect, really – with great rise, moist (but not too moist), and hearty texture.  And, I’m not just saying “perfect” because they’re my own recipe.  I’ve been known to be quite the harsh critic (ahem) of my own baking, so when I say things like this, don’t take it lightly.

Well, that sounded oddly threatening, but, ignore the tone and just know that you’re about to make a delicious healthy snack that everyone in your family will enjoy, as long as they don’t hate raisins, cinnamon, or banana bread, of course.

I think we’re ready to go!  Get your aprons on and bananas mashed – it’s time to bake the BEST banana muffins!

Cinnamon Raisin Banana Muffins {Paleo, No Added Sugar}

Paleo Cinnamon Raisin Banana Muffins {Banana Sweetened, No Added Sugar}

These deliciously hearty yet soft and moist Paleo cinnamon raisin banana muffins are made with no grains, dairy, and no added sugar.  They’re gluten free, Paleo, sweetened only with bananas and perfect for breakfast or a snack! Kid approved and easy to make!
Author: Michele Rosen
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Course: baking, Breakfast
Cuisine: no added sugar, Paleo
Servings: 14 muffins
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4.86 from 14 votes

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups blanched almond flour
  • 1/2 cup arrowroot flour or tapioca
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder aluminum free*
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 med overripe bananas or 4 small
  • 2 tbsp organic coconut oil melted, refined
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup raisins plus more to sprinkle on top

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a 12 cup muffin pan with parchment liners.
  2. Whisk together all dry ingredients and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and mashed bananas, then vanilla and coconut oil until well combined.
  4. Slowly stir the dry mixture into the wet (don’t use an electric mixer - you will overmix the batter and prevent it from rising properly) just until moistened and no visible flour remains.  Gently fold in the raisins.

  5. Transfer batter to prepared muffin liners - you’ll make about 14 muffins filled 3/4 full.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 mins or until muffins rise and appear golden brown. Cool on wire racks completely before serving. Store leftovers loosely covered at room temp for the first day, then refrigerate for up to 4 days. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*To make paleo-friendly (corn free) baking powder, mix 1 tsp baking soda with 2 tsp cream of tartar. For this recipe, you will need just 1 tsp total of this mixture.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 53mg
Sodium: 79mg
Potassium: 203mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 3g
Vitamin A: 95IU
Vitamin C: 2.6mg
Calcium: 63mg
Iron: 1.1mg

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More than a little into running and paleo recipes (yoga now too!) but I'm not here to rain on your grains (or anything else) so come along for the ride! I do a little too much of everything (except cleaning), and I enjoy laughing at myself. As long as I'm the one making the jokes, that is. Just kidding. So bring me your angst, your appetite and your frying pan and climb aboard!

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  1. Carolyn Brown says

    August 26, 2018 at 9:33 am

    How much vanilla should you add please?

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  2. Jen J says

    August 26, 2018 at 10:02 am

    What is the measurements for baking soda and vanilla please?

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    • Judy says

      August 26, 2018 at 11:19 am

      3/4 tsp

      Reply
    • Judy says

      August 26, 2018 at 11:25 am

      In my paleo banana muffins I put in 1 tsp baking soda and 1 tsp Vanilla

      Reply
  3. Teri Hoehn says

    August 26, 2018 at 10:03 am

    3/4 Baking Soda??

    Reply
  4. Paloma says

    August 26, 2018 at 11:56 am

    Hello! IS the baking soda ¾ tablespoons??? It only says ¾, but not of what! These look delicious!

    Reply
  5. Allison Rudin says

    August 26, 2018 at 1:12 pm

    I am not a great baker, is it 3/4 cup or 3/4 tsp baking soda?

    Thanks!

    Reply
  6. Allison Rudin says

    August 26, 2018 at 1:13 pm

    Just saw the answers, thanks so much! We love all your recipes!

    Thanks again.

    Reply
  7. Brittany Audra @ Audra's Appetite says

    August 26, 2018 at 2:06 pm

    I was just recipe testing banana bread this past week, and I completely agree that the sweetness from the bananas alone is enough-no need for any additional sweeteners! 🙂

    Reply
  8. Ines says

    August 26, 2018 at 7:50 pm

    Vanilla is not listed in the list of ingredients but is mentioned in the directions. As others have asked, how much baking soda and how much vanilla (and please add it to the ingredient list). Otherwise, these sound terrific!

    Reply
  9. Randi says

    August 26, 2018 at 9:15 pm

    What do you recommend for a good egg replacer??

    Reply
  10. Natalie says

    August 27, 2018 at 12:18 am

    5 stars
    I love banana muffins! These looks so delicious and I like the addition of cinnamon and raisins – sounds amazing and perfect for brunch.

    Reply
  11. Jodi says

    August 27, 2018 at 9:26 am

    Hi (from Sydney), just wondering if these can be subbed using Cassava flour to avoid the almond? If so, what do you recommend? ?

    Reply
  12. JLC says

    August 27, 2018 at 9:28 am

    5 stars
    Super delicious and approved by my super sweet tooth daughter! 🙂 Great warm, but very nice texture even right from the fridge.

    Reply
  13. Jenn T says

    August 27, 2018 at 1:20 pm

    These look great!!! To clarify the recipe, how much baking soda and how much vanilla do we use? Thanks!

    Reply
  14. Anna Debenedictis says

    September 14, 2018 at 8:31 am

    So normally I love everything you do and was so excited to make these but the directions and mistakes of the published recipe were too much for me to overlook. I figured 3/4 baking soda meant teaspoon and when you mentioned vanilla, I guessed the amount even though it wasn’t written in the ingredients list. But then when my muffins were almost done I realized I never added the raisins because it was never specified in the directions. I’m a decent home cook so it’s my fault for not double checking but you don’t even mention adding the raisins to sprinkle on top. So basically I just made cinnamon banana muffins haha which is fine. I want to try them again with the raisins. It’s not a big deal but just wanted to make you aware. Excited to try them again!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      September 14, 2018 at 7:54 pm

      Apologies, I will fix it ASAP 🙂

      Reply
  15. Sarah says

    October 24, 2018 at 10:18 am

    5 stars
    I was surprised how good these were. I may just add a touch of sugar next time. They were easy to make and had a great texture.

    Reply
  16. Lauren says

    January 30, 2019 at 3:38 pm

    Could you use olive oil?

    Reply
  17. Mateo Pedersen says

    February 12, 2019 at 4:30 am

    I have made this recipe at least 10 times and it comes out perfect every time! I make these and put them in a large zip lock bag for our busy family to be able to grab on the way out the door for breakfast. My teenage daughter and husband love them. I made some for my brother-in-law who LOVES banana bread and he actually ate them for his dinner one night because he “could not wait until breakfast”. Thanks for sharing this quick, inexpensive and delicious recipe.

    Reply
  18. Dream Calendars says

    March 11, 2019 at 9:19 am

    So normally I love everything you do and was so excited to make these but the directions and mistakes of the published recipe were too much for me to overlook

    Reply
  19. Sharon Gore says

    June 16, 2019 at 3:22 am

    I love banana muffins! Thank you

    Reply
  20. November says

    August 13, 2019 at 3:45 am

    my mouth is watering. Looking so delicious. Gonna try it.

    Reply
  21. Kristin says

    September 3, 2019 at 9:12 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve probably made this recipe a dozen times! I love that there is not any sweetener, it doesn’t need any! Our family loves these – I keep them in the freezer for quick breakfasts! Thanks for another great one!

    Reply
    • Michele says

      September 4, 2019 at 1:26 pm

      I’m so happy you guys love them!

      Reply
  22. Maddy says

    October 18, 2019 at 10:38 am

    My daughters love the muffins so much! Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
  23. Joel Nernberger says

    October 19, 2019 at 10:04 pm

    5 stars
    Made this several times already. Very good!

    Reply
  24. Joel says

    October 27, 2019 at 11:51 am

    5 stars
    Simple and delicious! Made with cruising as well for a tasty variation. Even subbed some frozen berries when I didn’t have enough bananas.

    Reply
  25. raman singh says

    December 24, 2019 at 4:01 am

    I liked your post alot, definately going to try this one.

    Reply
  26. Emily Workman says

    February 16, 2020 at 11:44 am

    5 stars
    As usual, so so good! And kid-approved! Just pre-ordered your cookbook too!

    Reply
  27. Anna says

    March 2, 2020 at 4:53 pm

    5 stars
    These worked well. They rose (not a lot, but enough) and had a proper bread-like texture. So many paleo baked goods are puddingy in the middle, and these weren’t, so that’s a win in my book. Thanks!

    Reply
  28. Meaghan says

    March 27, 2020 at 1:40 pm

    5 stars
    I will definitely make these again and again! I didn’t have any tapioca or arrowroot on hand so I subbed cassava flour and they were perfect. They hold up so well and I love they don’t have added sweetener 🙂

    Reply
  29. freecalendardownload says

    May 13, 2020 at 7:53 am

    5 stars
    I liked your post a lot, definitely going to try this one.

    Reply
  30. September says

    June 1, 2020 at 4:29 am

    I have tried this recipe, thank for the instruction. I have whisk all the eggs together along with mashed banana, then vanilla and coconut oil until well combined.

    Reply

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