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Healthy Banana Oatmeal Muffins

Healthy Banana Oatmeal Muffins

Melena
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • Wet Ingredients:
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan: 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Dry Ingredients:
  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • Optional Add-ins:
  • 1/2 cup nuts walnuts, almonds
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp chia or flax seeds
  • 1/4 cup dried fruits raisins, cranberries

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Ingredients:
  • Mash bananas until smooth.
  • Mix wet ingredients: bananas, eggs, honey/maple syrup, vanilla.
  • Mix dry ingredients: oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg.
  • Mix Batter:
  • Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
  • Fold in optional add-ins if using.
  • Avoid overmixing to prevent dense muffins.
  • Bake Muffins:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
  • Fill each cup ¾ full with batter.
  • Bake 20–25 min or until toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool & Store:
  • Let muffins cool 10–15 min in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Store in airtight container at room temp for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze fully cooled muffins in ziplock bag for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Use ripe or overripe bananas for sweetness and moisture.
  • Rotate pan halfway through baking for even muffins.
  • Toast oats for extra nutty flavor.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon, nuts, or oats on top for garnish.