Easy Gluten Free Blueberry Lemon Muffins

These easy, kid-friendly, and delicious blueberry lemon muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack any time of day! Gluten-free and quick to blend together, these muffins combine juicy blueberries with a hint of lemon for a fresh flavor burst. They’re nutritious, packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins from ingredients like Greek yogurt, oats, and bananas—perfect for busy mornings or whenever you need a wholesome snack! Dietitian mom approved!

Baking Together: A Fun Family Activity
As any parent knows, finding engaging activities for kids is an everyday task. Even with a busy schedule, making time for fun in the kitchen has become a favorite way for us to bond, practice creativity, and build confidence in our cooking skills. Baking projects like these muffins are a great option; they’re simple enough for kids to get involved and make a mess (without too much cleanup!). Flashback: here’s a photo of my kids showcasing the final product with pride! My 6-year-old daughter took charge on these, with just a little help from me and her younger brother.

When we bake together, we go all in. For us, that means whipping up big batches of homemade muffins we can freeze for later like these healthy muffins for kids (bonus: school-safe!), healthy high-fibre apple muffins, and flourless chocolate lentil protein muffins.

Can You Use Frozen Blueberries for These Blueberry Lemon Muffins?
Yes! You can absolutely use frozen blueberries in muffin batter, and it’s a great option if you don’t have fresh blueberries on hand. Just toss the frozen berries in a small amount of flour before folding them into the batter to help prevent them from sinking to the bottom. They’ll bake up beautifully, adding those pockets of juicy flavor we love. Plus, frozen berries are often more affordable and available year-round, making these muffins a go-to recipe you can enjoy anytime.
Nutrient-Packed Ingredients
These muffins aren’t just delicious—they’re also packed with wholesome ingredients like oats or homemade oat flour, Greek yogurt, and bananas that add a natural sweetness and extra nutrients. Blueberries bring fiber and antioxidants, while coconut oil keeps them moist. With ingredients you can feel good about, these muffins check all the boxes for a healthy, kid-approved treat.
So next time you’re looking for a simple, family-friendly recipe, give these blueberry lemon muffins a try! Whether you bake them with fresh or frozen berries, they’ll come out just right—full of spring-inspired flavor that’s perfect year-round. Enjoy!

Easy Gluten-Free Blueberry Lemon Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 bananas mashed
- 2 eggs whisked
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla
- lemon zest from one lemon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats ground
- 1/2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Dash of salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven on bake to 400 degrees
- Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin
- In a large bowl, combine all wet ingredients (except the blueberries) with a whisk or electric handmixer, set aside
- In a medium bowl, whisk together dry ingredients
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently (fold in)
- Gently fold in blueberries
- Scoop about 3/4 cup of the mixture into each muffin cup
- Bake at 400 for 19-20 minutes
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Could I use just oil in place of bananas?
Great question, and yes, you definitely could! The banana replaces a source of fat, so a mild-flavoured oil is perfect!
Good morning,
Looking to make these muffins but wonder if I can use oat flour instead of grinding oats?
You absolutely could, Amy! Thanks for giving these a try!
I made these today and they are SO good. My four year old and 15 month old loved them. I swapped out the Greek yogurt for almond yogurt since my son has a dairy allergy and they turned out great. Will definitely make again!
That makes me so happy to hear! Thanks for taking the time to review, Kail. Enjoy!
These are so delicious! I did substitute butter for coconut oil and brown sugar for the maple syrup but still healthy and just amazingly delicious. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful recipe. ❤️
Thank you so much, Liz! So glad you love them.