Banana Oatmeal Muffins are a wholesome and delicious way to start your day, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the hearty texture of oats. These muffins are moist, tender, and lightly spiced, making them a perfect breakfast or snack option. Packed with fiber from the oats and nutrients from the bananas, they’re both satisfying and nourishing. Easy to make and ideal for on-the-go mornings, these Banana Oatmeal Muffins are a great way to use up overripe bananas and enjoy a healthy treat that the whole family will love.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or melted coconut oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with non-stick spray.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, combine the mashed bananas, honey or maple syrup, applesauce or melted coconut oil, egg, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir until well combined.
- Combine the Ingredients:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
- Fill the Muffin Tin:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake the Muffins:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy the Banana Oatmeal Muffins warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Enjoy your Banana Oatmeal Muffins, a tasty and nutritious way to kickstart your day or satisfy your snack cravings with a healthy twist!
