Description
These Healthy Banana Oat Muffins are a delicious and nutritious snack made with just four simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ripe bananas, smashed
- 3 cups oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional mix-ins (like nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a mini muffin pan generously.
- In a large bowl, combine the smashed bananas with the oats and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
- If using, fold in your choice of mix-ins, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin pan, filling each cup close to the top.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, choose overripe bananas and dust mix-ins lightly with flour to prevent sinking. Serve with peanut butter for added protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: muffins, healthy snacks, banana muffins, vegetarian, easy baking