banana (health-)nut muffins
These are similar to my Yogurt and Banana Oatmeal Muffins, but I've replaced some of the flour with almond meal and ground flax for extra protein and reduced the sugar content to just a small amount of honey. Thanks to the bananas, they are still plenty sweet. These are super nutritious and taste great! 100% whole grain, fruit, and yogurt-so no guilt in having seconds or treating yourself to one (or two) of these muffins for breakfast! Whether you're a bonafide health nut or just trying to make some changes for the better in your diet, these are for you!
Blue Ribbon Recipe
Enjoy these banana nut muffins with a cup of coffee or tea. Sweetened with honey and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, these nut muffins are not overly sweet. They're a wonderful and healthy way to start the day. The addition of oats and flaxseed adds fiber to the muffin. We did add chocolate chips and nuts. They added a touch of sweetness and crunch. Raisins would also be tasty.
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats, quick or regular
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/3 cup honey or agave
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 cup almond meal or flour
- 3/4 cup whole grain flour (I use oat flour; white, whole wheat or spelt also work)
- 1/4 cup ground flax seed
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2-1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 medium bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 medium egg
- - optional add-ins: nuts, raisins, chocolate chips, blueberries
How To Make banana (health-)nut muffins
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Step 1Preheat oven to 400F. Line muffin tins with paper liners or spray well with non-stick spray. -
Step 2Combine oats, yogurt, milk, and honey in a small bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes.
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Step 3In the meantime, combine almond meal, flour, flax, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk to combine.
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Step 4Mash the bananas. Add them, along with the egg and oil, to the oat/yogurt mixture.
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Step 5Combine wet and dry ingredients and stir just until dry ingredients are moistened. Stir in any mix-ins.
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Step 6Scoop into muffin cups. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the muffins test done with a toothpick.
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