yogurt and banana oatmeal muffins
I combined elements from a couple of different muffin recipes, then adjusted them to fit my own definition of a healthy treat. Moist and flavorful, the results were delicious. A bonus is that these muffins are 100% whole grain and packed with fruit, yogurt, and flax (not that my kids noticed). I ate mine split and spread with the organic superfruit spread that I buy at Trader Joe's, which made for an extra-special treat. Perfect for after-school snacks and nutritious enough to serve for breakfast. Grind oats in a food processor or blender. Can also use whole wheat or white whole wheat flour.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
If you're looking for a breakfast treat that feels indulgent, try these yogurt and banana oatmeal muffins. There is very minimal added sugar. Mashed bananas add to the sweetness. Rolled oats and oat flour balance out the sweetness of the muffins and make them filling. We added chopped nuts and chocolate chips. Raisins, dried cranberries, or dried cherries would also be lovely. Since they can be prepped ahead of time, they're a nice grab-and-go breakfast option.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (I used Stonyfield organic)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground flax
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 medium bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup oil, I use melted coconut oil, light olive oil is good too
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- - add-ins (optional): 1/2 c nuts, raisins, chocolate chips, or combination
How To Make yogurt and banana oatmeal muffins
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Step 1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a bowl of a mixer, combine the rolled oats, yogurt, milk, and honey. -
Step 2Let it stand 10 minutes. This is a good time to grind your oats for oat flour, if using.
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Step 3In another bowl, combine oat flour, sugar, flax, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
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Step 4Beat the banana, egg, and oil into the oat mixture in the mixing bowl.
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Step 5Then blend in the flour mixture.
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Step 6Mix until just combined.
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Step 7Stir in any add-ins.
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Step 8Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups 2/3 full.
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Step 9Bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
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Step 10Let them sit in pans for a minute or two. Then remove to wire racks to cool.
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