Healthy Banana Nut Muffins

Start your day on a wholesome note with these Healthy Banana Nut Muffins, a guilt-free treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, a touch of honey, and warm notes of cinnamon, these muffins are made with whole wheat flour and are free of refined sugars. A splash of unsweetened applesauce keeps them moist, while crunchy chopped walnuts add the perfect nutty texture. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes and baked to golden perfection in 20, these muffins are ideal for a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a cozy afternoon treat with your favorite cup of coffee. Plus, they're versatile enough to accommodate dairy-free options. Packed with flavor and goodness, these banana nut muffins are a must-try for health-conscious bakers!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 2 eggs
• 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.33 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 3

Add the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk together until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped walnuts and milk until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876.9 grams (876.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1759

Total Fat 53.40g	68%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 375mg	125%
Sodium 2612mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 295.90g	108%
Dietary Fiber 37.20g	133%
Total Sugars 118.70g
Protein 51.80g	104%

Vitamin D 95IU	472%
Calcium 246mg	19%
Iron 12mg	65%
Potassium 2529mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.7%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 63.2%