Description
These Banana Oatmeal Muffins are a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option made with ripe bananas, rolled oats, and whole wheat pastry flour. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg, they offer a moist texture and cozy spice notes. Perfect for a quick, nutritious treat that’s easy to prepare in under 30 minutes and yields 12 tasty muffins.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups ripe bananas (about 3 large), mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or any milk of choice)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1.5 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a muffin tin by lining it with silicone muffin liners or greasing it thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until they reach a smooth consistency.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, maple syrup, and almond milk to the mashed bananas. Stir well until the mixture is fully combined.
- Soften Oats: Stir in the rolled oats and let the batter rest for 4-5 minutes to allow the oats to soften and absorb moisture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate the whole wheat pastry flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and baking soda into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Evenly distribute the batter among the 12 muffin cups in your prepared muffin tin.
- Adjust Oven Temperature: Place the muffin tin in the oven and immediately lower the temperature to 350°F (175°C) for baking.
- Bake: Bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness and moisture.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup if preferred.
- For a dairy-free version, ensure your milk choice is plant-based like almond or oat milk.
- To add extra texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips.
- Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
