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Banana Health Nut Bread Muffins Recipe

Craving a healthy and delicious treat? These Banana Health Nut Bread Muffins are adapted from a beloved banana bread recipe, but with a healthier twist! We've significantly reduced the butter and eliminated refined sugar, packing in extra fiber and wholesome goodness. Enjoy the moist, flavorful texture and naturally sweet taste – guilt-free! Easily customizable, you can swap ingredients to suit your pantry – oat bran for flaxseed, or pecans for walnuts, for example. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a healthy dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 219.8 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Banana Health Nut Bread Muffins

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How to Make Banana Health Nut Bread Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1/4 cup (57g) softened butter and 1/2 cup (120ml) applesauce using a stand mixer or hand mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 large eggs, 3 ripe mashed bananas (about 1 1/2 cups), 1/4 cup (50g) honey, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) whole wheat flour, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, 1/4 cup (30g) oat bran, 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 1/2 cup (60g) raisins, 1/2 cup (60g) shredded coconut, and 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts.
  7. Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

17g

Carbs

9g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Breads Fruit Muffins Quick Breads Tropical Fruit Bananas Brunch Number Of Servings