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15 Vegan Muffin Recipes Without Oil

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A delicious collection of the best Vegan Muffin Recipes Without Oil with so many different flavors and blends, there is a muffin for any craving you may have! All of these recipes are oil-free and are incredibly easy to make!

collage of vegan muffin recipes without oil

VEGAN MUFFIN RECIPES WITHOUT OIL

Contrary to what many may think or are used to, you do not need oil for successful baking. Creating vegan muffin recipes without oil is totally delicious and possible. Does it make it a bit more challenging? Yes, definitely. But, I’m a very experienced baker and have been baking oil-free for many, many years. Because of this, I no longer find it intimidating and love sharing these oil-free tricks with you! Check out my guide on How to Cook and Bake Without Oil. Do not confuse oil-free with fat-free, not the same. I use fats for richness and texture in my baked goods, so they are never lacking in flavor or texture.

Even low-fat desserts can be amazing, if the ratios and right moisture ingredients are properly used. This collection will show you some delicious vegan muffin recipes that you can be assured are amazing, crowd-pleasing and well tested!

1. BEST VEGAN BLUEBERRY MUFFINS

“Literally the best muffins I have ever had. I’m officially obsessed with both this recipe and all of Brandi’s recipes in general. Huge new fan over here!!! If you haven’t made these muffins, you’re missing out.”  – Cupcakelala

2 vegan blueberry muffins on wood platter

2. VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS

“My kids constantly ask me to make these, they love them. In fact my husband and kids all said they taste more like a cupcake. They are DELICIOUS!” – Stephanie

vegan chocolate chip muffins on a rack

3. VEGAN WHOLE WHEAT CHOCOLATE MUFFINS

“These muffins are so moist and chocolatey. I made them two days in a row since the first batch was eaten up by my family. Highly recommend these.” – Nanette

4. CHOCOLATE CHIP CHERRY MUFFINS (These use a cherry puree for a delicious infusion of flavor, making the chocolate richer, as well as keeping these low-fat!)

“Yesterday I came across this chocolate chip cherry muffin gloriness on your blog. I noticed it was an older recipe and really wasn’t expecting anything phenomenal – boy was I wrong. Everyone absolutely LOVED them.” – Estee

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cherry Muffins baked in muffin tray

5. VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE ZUCCHINI MUFFINS  (All 5 star reviews!)

“These by far are the BEST tasting, most moist muffins we have ever had! Thanks Brandi for your relentless work in creating the best vegan recipes we have tried!” – Allyson

Vegan chocolate zucchini muffin on platter

6. VEGAN BAKERY-STYLE CINNAMON STREUSEL MUFFINS

“My 3 daughters LOVE this muffin recipe. As a matter of fact, my 7 year old twins filled out a sheet at school for Mother’s Day and they BOTH wrote that “She makes the best . . . muffins ever”. Yep, they think I’m a brilliant muffin maker, thanks to you!” – Bridget

Vegan Bakery Style Cinnamon Streusel Muffins on slate

7. VEGAN CRANBERRY ORANGE MUFFINS (You can make them with cranberries or dark chocolate. They are also nut-free and low-fat!)

“These were absolutely amazing! I had been looking for some springy vegan muffins and stumbled on these muffins from heaven. I did half a batch with blueberry and half a bath with dark chocolate. The dark chocolate with the orange was simply divine!” – Laura

Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins with dark chocolate chunks

8. GLUTEN-FREE CINNAMON COFFEE CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS

“These are incredible!! I’ve made 2 batches in the last 2 weeks as I can’t get enough of them. Any issues with doubling the recipe? You make the best desserts, so can’t wait for your next cookbook.” – Nicola

2 vegan cinnamon coffee chocolate chip muffins on white plate

9. VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE DOUBLE CHOCOLATE MUFFINS  (If you want to wow your friends, make these!)

“These muffins are amazing ! Turned out perfectly moist and sweet .. my whole family has loved all the things I’ve baked from this blog and the vegan 8 cookbook. Thanks for the awesome recipes.  – Anna

Vegan Gluten-free Double Chocolate Muffins on red plate

10. SWEET POTATO CINNAMON MUFFINS WITH SWEET POTATO CARAMEL

“I made these muffins today, and they are fantastic! I made the original version and used the lined foil cupcake papers. The muffins are moist and flavorful, and the caramel topping is perfect. Thanks for such a wonderful recipe!” – Carol

Vegan Sweet Potato Muffins with Sweet Potato Caramel

11. VEGAN PUMPKIN MUFFINS WITH CHERRIES

“This is my second batch. I’ve tried both regular and gluten free and they are equally as wonderful. I really love the dried cherries. You’d never put the two together but they are awesome. The muffin itself is really fluffy and heavenly.” – Estee

4 vegan pumpkin muffins with pumpkin seeds and cherries

12. VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE MUFFINS

“Even though I did not have espresso power, these muffins were very delicious. Very easy to make. I also added some vegan chocolate chips to some and topped with walnut. Highly recommend this recipe.” – Rozaliya

Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte Muffins with coconut whipped cream

13. VEGAN GLUTEN-FREE CARAMEL PUMPKIN MUFFINS

“This is my go-to pumpkin recipe! I have made this recipe probably 15 times! I’m not typically a fan of pumpkin-flavored baked treats, but I absolutely LOVE these! Did you convert me to a pumpkin lover? Everyone I have served them to has loved them! I also really appreciate being able to weigh my ingredients on a kitchen scale, instead of measuring things out. Your recipes are the ONLY ones I will make when it comes to baking!!!!!”

vegan caramel pumpkin muffins on white plate

14. GARLIC AND CHIVE DINNER MUFFINS (A savory recipe perfect for soups or chili!)

“I LOVE your recipes. They fit my new eating habits perfectly. I’ve made a few recipes thus far. I wanted to share that these muffins are so yummy that I mix up multiple batches at a time of the dry ingredients, store them in the fridge in mason jars, and then they are are a snap to mix up. I also keep aqua faba frozen in cubes so I can have that ready for these muffins!” – Maria

vegan garlic chive muffins in muffin tray

And a bonus vegan cupcake recipe!

15. VEGAN FUNFETTI CUPCAKES (There is a cake version as well and it is the #1 cake recipe on my blog! Readers make the cake or cupcakes weekly on Instagram!)

“Hi Brandi! Had to let you know we made this cake for my daughter’s 2nd birthday party this past weekend. Followed your instructions to a tee and it was amazing! So many compliments. Even without ANY frosting (was feeling lazy) I have to admit these are the best cupcakes I’ve ever had! So beautiful to boot!” – Christina

vegan funfetti cupcakes with frosting and sprinkles

CHECK OUT THESE OTHER VEGAN RECIPE ROUNDUPS:

  • 20 Healthy Vegan Recipes that will Wow Non-Vegans
  • 12 Vegan Desserts Using Sweet Potatoes

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  1. Linda

    February 6, 2020 at 12:16 am

    Hi Brandi, I am loving being a subscriber and have ordered your cookbook on Amazon which will be sending one out as soon as they become available again. I’ve been wanting to try some of the baked goods recipes and am wondering, since the
    information’s come out about the unhealthful properties of coconut fat and coconut milk (one source is Dr. Greger’s nutritionfacts.org video, “Is Coconut Milk Good For You?”) if there’s something you might recommend as a substitute. Thanks so much, Linda

    Reply
    • brandi.doming@yahoo.com

      February 7, 2020 at 8:46 pm

      Hi Linda! Thank you so much! Since I do not use oils it butter in my recipes, except very rarely, I use coconut milk, almost always lite coconut milk, to replace it. Texture is very important for baking without oil, and coconut milk works very well in place of it, unlike other milks. It will be challenging to get the same light and fluffy results with other milks. Of course, this will greatly vary depending on the recipe as well. If you have a specific recipe in mind, I can better answer a sub. My best suggestion would be to try cashew milk. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t as well. Just don’t ever use almond or rice milk, as they are way too watery. I do use coconut milk for some recipes in my book, just like on my blog, but do offer tested subs on some of them! When you get the book, feel free to message me if you have a question about a specific recipe using it and I’ll help as best I can. There is a Thai soup in the book that uses full fat, which is very common in these types of Thai soups. If you have a vitamix you can try homemade cashew milk in its place (cashew milk recipe in back of the book) but I haven’t tested that personally. However homemade cashew milk thickens nicely as it cooks, just don’t use storebought in this case or on recipes calling for homemade.

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