Banana Morning Glory Muffins Cooking Light Recipe

Indulge in these unbelievably delicious and healthy Banana Morning Glory Muffins, adapted from Cooking Light Magazine (July 2007)! These muffins are bursting with flavor from ripe bananas, juicy pineapple, crunchy walnuts, and chewy dates. Perfect for a quick and nutritious breakfast or snack, they're also incredibly versatile – feel free to experiment with substitutions! Plus, they freeze beautifully – grab one from the freezer for a ready-to-eat treat in just an hour. This recipe is a must-try for busy mornings and healthy snacking.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 188.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.3 (7 Reviews)
Banana Morning Glory Muffins Cooking Light

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Ingredients for Banana Morning Glory Muffins Cooking Light

  • Cooking Spray
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Oats
  • Brown Sugar
  • Wheat Bran
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Plain Fat Free Yogurt
  • 1 medium ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 large egg
  • Pitted Dates
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • Dried Pineapple
  • Flax Seeds

How to Make Banana Morning Glory Muffins Cooking Light

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners and lightly grease with cooking spray.
  2. Lightly spoon all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, and oats into separate dry measuring cups and level with a knife.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt, mashed banana, egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped dates, walnuts, and pineapple.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  8. Sprinkle each muffin top evenly with flaxseed.
  9. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

2g

Carbs

11g