The Ultimate Healthy Banana Muffins Recipe
Enjoy these moist, wholesome banana muffins packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 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
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 among muffin liners. Top with remaining walnuts.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Notes
Use ripe bananas for best flavor and sweetness.