Description
Indulge in these Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins, a delightful treat that pairs the rich flavor of peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Perfect for breakfast or as a quick snack, these muffins are not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, they will keep you energized throughout the day. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for an on-the-go treat. With their kid-friendly taste and wholesome ingredients, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
- ΒΎ cup natural creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- ΒΌ cup pure maple syrup
- Β½ tablespoon dairy-free milk of choice
- 1 cup gluten-free oat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Β½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt
- β cup mini chocolate chips (dairy-free if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, peanut butter, eggs, maple syrup, and dairy-free milk until smooth.
- Stir in gluten-free oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until just combined. Gently fold in mini chocolate chips.
- Divide batter among muffin liners and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in chopped nuts or seeds. Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness. These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days or frozen for up to three months.