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Healthy Banana Muffins

These healthy banana muffins are a delightful way to enjoy a nutritious snack or breakfast option, made with ripe bananas and whole wheat flour.
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy banana muffins, snacks, breakfast, nutritious
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  • Add honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas; mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • If desired, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Enjoy your healthy banana muffins warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 3g