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Banana Oat Muffins

Delicious Banana Oat Muffins for a Healthy Snack Boost

These Banana Oat Muffins are a healthy, gluten-free treat perfect for busy mornings and cozy afternoons.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Use gluten-free oats if needed.
  • 2-3 Ripe Bananas Mashed.
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan.
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup For natural sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 pinch Salt To enhance flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Dairy or non-dairy options like almond or oat milk.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips For a sweet touch.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts For added crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries For tartness.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. Combine mashed bananas, eggs, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and milk in a large bowl.
  3. Mix rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
  5. Add any optional ingredients like chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
  6. Distribute the batter into muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool muffins in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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