Vegan Chocolate Muffin
A vegan chocolate muffin is a plant-based version of the classic baked treat, typically made without eggs or dairy. Common ingredients include flour, cocoa powder, sugar, plant-based milk (like almond or soy), and oil or applesauce as a binder, often studded with chocolate chips. While muffins are a global phenomenon, this specific variation is popular in Western countries and has gained worldwide appeal with the rise of veganism.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This muffin is generally high in carbohydrates from flour and sugar, with moderate fat from oil and chocolate. It provides quick energy and some minerals like iron from cocoa, but is typically low in protein and fiber. A standard-sized muffin usually contains between 250 and 400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 360 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 290 mg |
| Iron | 3.2 mg |
| Calcium | 85 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 muffin (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the adaptability of comfort food to dietary ethics and sustainability trends. Nutritionally, it can be a source of antioxidants from cocoa, but its healthfulness varies widely depending on whether it's made with whole-food ingredients or refined sugars and flours.
