Make a banana oat flour muffin for one in about 2 minutes total! Vegan, oil-free and gluten-free, it is the reliable solution for an almost instant breakfast or nourishing snack.
I hope that it’s blossoms, birds singing and sunshine in your neck of the woods; it certainly is the case here in Texas. We had a tumultuous thunderstorm last night (including loss of power for much of the night; love flossing my teeth in the dark). But the upside? All the yellow-green pollen that’s been coating my car, throat and eyeballs has been blown away to reveal a sparkling, spanking clean morning.
And I’m ready for a run!
Like most, days, it’s a mad dash to make and eat breakfast, clean up (i.e., shove items in dishwasher), run, shower, and the list of weekend to-dos. I love Saturday morning baked goods, but there is not always enough time.
Solution? MyBanana Oat Flour Muffin for One!
Recipe Benefits
- Vegan (egg-free, dairy-free)
- Gluten-free
- Oil-free
- Nut-free
- Only 4 Ingredients
- Cooks in under 2 minutes
- High in protein (6 grams)
- High in fiber (4 grams)
Ingredients for Banana Oat Flour Muffin for One
The exact amounts of each ingredient are indicated in the recipe card at the end of the post.Toggle betweenUS Customary(volume) andMetric(weights) for preferred measurement option.
- Oat flour (Certified gluten-free, as needed.See notes for grinding your own)
- Baking powder (gluten-free, as needed)
- Salt (optional or adjustable, according to preferences and needs)
- Very ripe banana (about 1 medium-large banana)
- Coconut sugar (see notes for options)
Step by Step Instructions
Note that the complete instructions are also in the recipe card below.
- In a microwave-safe ramekin or mug (about 8 ounce capacity), stir together the oat flour, baking powder, and optional salt (I use a fork).
- Add the mashed banana and coconut sugar. Whisk until combined and smooth. If adding mix-ins (see notes below), stir them in at this point.
- Microwave the muffin at full power for about 1 minute 15 seconds until just set (the muffin will pull away from the sides of the ramekin or mug).
- Let the muffin cool for a minute or two before eating (or cool completely). Eat with a fork, straight from the ramekin, or remove it and eat it out of hand.
Variations and Tips
Grind Your Own Oat Flour
Save money by grinding your own oat flour! All that you need is rolled oats (quick-cooking or old-fashioned) and a blender. Process the rolled oats in the blender until the result is a very fine flour.
Food processors will not grind the oats into a fine flour, which will affect the outcome of the recipe.
Vary the Muffin with Different Add-Ins
Add 1 to 3 tablespoons of your go-to add-ins, such as:
- Chopped nuts(e.g., pecans, walnuts, peanuts, almonds)
- Seeds(e.g., green pumpkin seeds (pepitas), sunflower seed kernels , chia seeds, or hemp hearts
- Chocolate, (e.g.,chocolate chips, chunks or shavings, or cacao nibs)
- Fresh berries or chopped fresh fruit, such as blueberries, raspberries or chopped apples
- Chopped dried fruit(e.g., raisins, cranberries, apricots, figs, dates).
- Flavorings:Consider adding a small portion of vanilla extract, almond extract, spices (e.g., cinnamon, ginger, allspice), or citrus zest (e.g., orange, lemon, or lime) to the batter.
FAQ
- What can I use in place of coconut sugar? An equal amount of brown sugar, cane sugar, maple syrup, brown rice syrup or agave nectar can be used in place of the coconut sugar. It can also be omitted entirely, if you prefer a less-sweet muffin.
- What can I use in place ofbanana? An equal amount of unsweetened applesauce can be used in place of the banana.
Banana Oat Flour Muffin for One
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Servings: 1 muffin
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup oat flour very finely ground, certified gluten-free, as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder certified gluten-free, as needed
- 1/8 teaspoon salt optional/adjustable, according to preference
- 1/4 cup mashed bananas use very ripe, soft bananas
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar sea notes for options
Method
- In a microwave-safe ramekin or mug (about 8 ounce capacity), stir together the oat flour, baking powder , and optional salt (I use a fork).
- Add the mashed banana and coconut sugar . Whisk until combined and smooth. If adding mix-ins (see notes below), stir them in at this point.
- Microwave the muffin at full power for about 1 minute 15 seconds until just set (the muffin will pull away from the sides of the ramekin or mug).
- Let the muffin cool for a minute or two before eating (or cool completely). Eat with a fork, straight from the ramekin, or remove it and eat it out of hand.
Notes
Coconut Sugar Options: An equal amount of brown sugar, cane sugar , maple syrup , brown rice syrup or agave nectar can be used in place of the coconut sugar . It can also be omitted entirely, if you prefer a less-sweet muffin. Banana Alternative: An equal amount of unsweetened applesauce can be used in place of the banana. Grind Your Own Oat Flour: Save money by grinding your own oat flour. Process rolled oats until very fine in a blender. Food processors will not grind the oats into a fine flour, which will affect the outcome of the recipe. Add-Ins: Add 1 to 3 tablespoons of your go-to add-ins, such as chopped nuts, pepitas , sunflower seeds , chia seeds , chocolate chips or chunks, berries, chopped fresh fruit, or chopped dried fruit. Flavorings: Consider adding a small portion of vanilla extract , almond extract, spices (e.g., cinnamon, ginger, allspice), or citrus zest (e.g., orange, lemon, or lime) to the batter.
