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Healthy Banana Oat Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Healthy Banana Oat Muffins are a delicious and wholesome breakfast option made with ripe bananas, oats, and whole wheat flour. These muffins are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and enriched with Greek yogurt for moisture and protein. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack, they are easy to make and can be customized with chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and either line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Add the eggs, honey or maple syrup, plain Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Into the wet mixture, add the old-fashioned oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix. If you want extra flavor or texture, fold in the optional mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts at this stage.
  4. Portion the Batter: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
  5. Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes to set. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • These muffins freeze well — store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months for convenient future snacks.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Add a sprinkle of oats or cinnamon sugar on top before baking for added texture and a flavorful crust.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/healthy-banana-oat-muffins-recipe/