The Ultimate Healthy Banana Muffins Recipe
Enjoy these moist, wholesome banana muffins packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
Dried Fruit & Nuts
- 3 pieces VERY overripe bananas, mashed about 1 ⅓ cup mashed banana, ensure they are almost fully brown
- 0.33 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup milk of choice
- 1.75 cups whole wheat pastry flour or white whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts plus ¼ cup for sprinkling on top
- 0.25 cup chopped walnuts for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line muffin pan with liners and lightly spray.
- Mix mashed bananas, honey, egg, vanilla, olive oil, and milk until combined.
- Stir in flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt just until combined. Fold in ½ cup walnuts.
- Divide batter into liners, top with remaining walnuts.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of nutmeg or a handful of chocolate chips.