If you’ve been searching for a delightful way to start your day, look no further than these Banana Oat Muffins. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they provide the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition, making them a guilt-free treat for breakfast or snack time.
These Banana Oat Muffins are not only easy to make, but they also fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of baked bananas and oats. The best part? You can whip them up in no time, and they are a fantastic way to use those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. You won’t believe how good they taste!
Quick and Easy Banana Oat Muffins
These Banana Oat Muffins are moist, tender, and slightly sweet, with a delightful chewy texture from the oats. They have a naturally sweet flavor from ripe bananas, making them a perfect snack or breakfast option for anyone looking to satisfy their cravings without the extra sugar.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or applesauce
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt (or applesauce), eggs, and honey (or maple syrup). Mix until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. If using, gently stir in walnuts or chocolate chips.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
