Nut-Free Banana Walnut Muffins

Fluffy, moist, and bursting with banana flavor, these Nut-Free Banana Walnut Muffins are the perfect treat for those who love classic banana muffins but need a nut-free twist. Crafted without actual walnuts, this recipe combines ripe bananas, a hint of warm cinnamon, and creamy melted butter for a perfectly soft texture and irresistible aroma. Ideal for breakfast on the go, a midday snack, or even as a lunchbox favorite, these easy-to-make muffins come together in just 35 minutes and bake to golden perfection. Whether you're accommodating allergies or just looking for a simple, nut-free alternative, these muffins promise all the comfort of traditional banana walnut recipes without compromising on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup milk

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.

Step 4

Add the melted butter, large egg, vanilla extract, and milk to the mashed bananas, mixing until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Evenly scoop the muffin batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy your moist and flavorful nut-free banana muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	982.5 grams (982.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2566

Total Fat 105.00g	135%
Saturated Fat 63.70g	319%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 450mg	150%
Sodium 1779mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 388.00g	141%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 205.20g
Protein 32.50g	65%

Vitamin D 68IU	339%
Calcium 200mg	15%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 1864mg	40%

*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: 36.0%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 59.1%