Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan option)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (for natural sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds)
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (such as raisins, chopped dates, or cranberries)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs (or flax eggs), unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Gently fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruits.
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Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, enjoy these healthy banana oat breakfast muffins as a nourishing start to your day!
These muffins are naturally sweetened by the ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup or honey, making them a wholesome choice for breakfast or a satisfying snack. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other mix-ins like shredded coconut, dark chocolate chips, or grated carrots. Happy baking!