"The whole wheat flour and oatmeal in these Banana Nut Muffins offer whole grains. The prudent amount of walnuts adds fiber, vitamin E, and unsaturated fats. The English walnuts (the most common variety in supermarkets) provide nearly 20 percent of an adequate daily intake of heart-healthy omega-3 fats per serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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Muffins:
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 6 3/4 ounces)
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1/2 cup whole wheat flour (about 2 1/2 ounces)
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2/3 cup packed brown sugar
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 bananas)
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3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
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3 tablespoons canola oil
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
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Streusel:
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6 tablespoons regular oats
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5 tablespoons all-purpose flour (about 1 1/2 ounces)
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon