Southern Banana Praline Muffins Healthy Recipe

Indulge in the decadent flavor of Southern Banana Praline Muffins without the guilt! This healthier twist on a classic recipe, courtesy of Joanna Lund, delivers moist, delicious muffins bursting with banana and pecan flavor. Each muffin boasts only 137 calories and is perfect for breakfast or a satisfying snack. Diabetic exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit, 1/2 fat. Get ready to savor every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 63.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southern Banana Praline Muffins Healthy

  • 1 box (15.25 oz) gluten-free baking mix
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup brown sugar substitute (Splenda or equivalent)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar substitute (Splenda or equivalent)
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • butter-flavored cooking spray

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How to Make Southern Banana Praline Muffins Healthy

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Spray 8 wells of a 12-cup muffin tin with butter-flavored cooking spray or line with paper liners. Fill any empty muffin cups with water to ensure even baking and prevent warping.
  3. In a large bowl, combine: 1 box (15.25 oz) gluten-free baking mix, ½ cup chopped pecans, ¼ cup brown sugar substitute (Splenda or equivalent), 2 tablespoons granulated sugar substitute (Splenda or equivalent).
  4. In a separate bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas, then whisk in 1 large egg, ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Gently pour the wet ingredients (banana mixture) into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Evenly spoon batter into the prepared muffin wells, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Enjoy your healthy and delicious Southern Banana Praline Muffins!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

2g

Carbs

2g