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Vegan muffin Calories
Dairy- and egg-free baked sweet
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Vegan muffin (75 g) has 283 calories. That works out to 377 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.3 g of carbs, 3.9 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 6.8 µg of Selenium covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Vegan muffin Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
283
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
40.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
3.9g
· 8% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 5% · Fat 39%
Vegan muffin nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (75 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 283 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.33 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Vegan muffin?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 283 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 38 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 170 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 377 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 415 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 140 g | 528 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 150 g | 566 kcal |
| 1 pack (triple) | 300 g | 1131 kcal |
Calculated from 377 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vegan muffin
How do you make a vegan muffin?
A vegan muffin is made without eggs or dairy, using plant milk and oil or another plant-based fat. Mix the wet and dry ingredients just until combined, then bake in a muffin tin; overmixing can make the crumb dense.
What is in a vegan muffin?
A vegan muffin commonly contains flour, sugar, baking powder, plant milk, and oil. Depending on the recipe, it may also include fruit, cocoa, nuts, or chocolate chips; ingredients vary, but eggs and dairy are left out.
What can I use instead of eggs in a vegan muffin?
Use mashed banana, applesauce, or a flax or chia mixture as an egg substitute in a vegan muffin. Banana adds a noticeable flavor, while flax generally tastes more neutral; each option helps bind the batter and contributes moisture.
Why did my vegan muffins turn out dense?
Vegan muffins can turn dense if the batter is overmixed, the raising agent is old, or the oven is not hot enough. Stir only until the flour disappears, and check that your baking powder is fresh before baking.
Do vegan muffins taste different from regular muffins?
Vegan muffins can taste much like regular muffins, but the result depends on the egg substitute and plant milk. Banana or applesauce can add flavor and moisture, while a neutral oil and unsweetened plant milk keep the other ingredients in focus.
How should you store vegan muffins?
Cool vegan muffins completely, then keep them in an airtight container at room temperature to help prevent drying. Muffins with fresh fruit or perishable fillings should be refrigerated; let them come to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Can you freeze vegan muffins?
Yes, vegan muffins freeze well. Let them cool fully, wrap them individually or place them in a freezer-safe container, and thaw at room temperature when needed. A brief reheat can soften the crumb after thawing.
How do you keep vegan muffins moist?
To keep vegan muffins moist, measure the flour accurately and avoid baking them longer than needed. Ingredients such as applesauce, mashed banana, or plant-based yogurt add moisture; store cooled muffins in an airtight container rather than leaving them exposed.
Can you make vegan muffins without bananas?
Yes, vegan muffins can be made without bananas. Choose applesauce, mashed pumpkin, or a flax mixture as the binder instead; applesauce has a milder flavor, while pumpkin gives the muffin a distinct taste and denser texture.
Are vegan muffins healthy?
A vegan muffin is not automatically a healthier choice just because it contains no eggs or dairy. Many recipes still use refined flour, sugar, and oil; adding fruit or nuts and reducing the added sugar can make a homemade version more satisfying.
Vegan muffin Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Vitamin E
1.42mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.25µg · 8% DV
B3
1.05mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.75µg · 12% DV
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
69mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.21mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
89mg · 3% DV
Vegan muffin Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vegan muffin
To burn the 283 calories in 1 piece (medium) (75 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Vegan muffin?
A vegan muffin is a small, sweet baked cake made without eggs or dairy. It adapts the familiar muffin-style bake—especially popular in North American and British baking—to plant-based ingredients such as flour, sugar, oil and plant milk. Fruit, cocoa or nuts may be mixed into the batter, depending on the recipe.
Its tender, often slightly moist crumb makes it an easy snack with tea or coffee, or a quick breakfast alongside fruit. Vegan muffins are still sweet baked goods, with much of their energy coming from carbohydrates and fat; this one provides 377 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter snack, choose a smaller piece and pair it with fresh fruit rather than another sweet.
How Nutritious Is Vegan muffin?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Vegan muffin Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Vegan muffin Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Vegan muffin Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Vegan muffin Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.33g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48.8:1).
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