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Banana Prune Muffins Recipe

These Banana Prune Muffins are a delightful surprise! Forget everything you think you know about prune-based baked goods. These muffins are incredibly moist, not at all chewy or rubbery, and surprisingly low in fat (under 5g per muffin!). The perfect blend of sweet banana and subtly sweet prunes creates a flavor explosion that will have you devouring the entire batch in a flash! A must-try recipe for a healthy and delicious treat.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 153.3 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
Banana Prune Muffins

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Ingredients for Banana Prune Muffins

  • White Sugar
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Egg
  • Mashed Banana
  • Vanilla Extract
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Baking Powder
  • Baking Soda
  • Salt
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Pitted Prunes

How to Make Banana Prune Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, 1/3 cup (75ml) vegetable oil, and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  4. Mash 2 ripe bananas and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Add to the wet ingredients and mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup (150g) pitted prunes, chopped.
  8. Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

3g

Carbs

8g

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