Apple Cinnamon Banana Bran Flax Muffins Recipe

Fluffy, moist, and incredibly healthy, these Apple Cinnamon Banana Bran Flax Muffins are a delicious guilt-free treat! Made with flaxseed meal instead of butter or oil, these muffins are packed with wholesome ingredients like apples, bananas, and crunchy nuts. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a healthy snack, this easy recipe will become a new family favorite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 124.2 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
Apple Cinnamon Banana Bran Flax Muffins 83

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Cinnamon Banana Bran Flax Muffins

  • 0 Whole Wheat Flour (recipe uses all-purpose flour)
  • 1/4 cup flaxseed meal
  • 1/2 cup oat bran
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
  • 1 cup peeled and diced apples
  • 1/2 cup raisins (golden or regular)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 0 Milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup honey or agave nectar

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How to Make Apple Cinnamon Banana Bran Flax Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup flaxseed meal, 1/2 cup oat bran, 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, gently fold in 1 cup peeled and diced apples, 1 cup mashed ripe bananas, 1/2 cup raisins, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup honey or agave nectar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fill the muffin cups 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

2g

Carbs

8g

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