Best 4 Moist And Healthy Banana Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in delectable moist and healthy banana muffins, a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. These muffins are crafted with wholesome ingredients, offering a guilt-free indulgence that caters to various dietary preferences. Discover three variations of this classic treat: The classic banana muffin recipe provides a comforting and familiar taste, while the gluten-free banana muffin recipe caters to those with gluten sensitivities, and the vegan banana muffin recipe offers a plant-based alternative. Each muffin is bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, complemented by a moist and tender crumb. Embark on a culinary journey, explore these recipes, and create delightful moments with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE ULTIMATE HEALTHY BANANA MUFFINS



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The ultimate healthy banana muffins are incredibly moist, dairy free and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and honey. This easy, healthy banana muffin recipe comes together in one bowl in just 30 minutes with options to add a delicious crunch from walnuts! The perfect healthy breakfast or snack that's freezer-friendly, too.

Provided by Monique Volz of AmbitiousKitchen.com

Categories     Breakfast     Dairy Free     Snack

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 VERY overripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/3 cup mashed banana, make sure they are almost all the way brown)
⅓ cup honey
1 large egg, at room temperature
½ tablespoon vanilla extract
¼ cup olive oil
1/4 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)
Dry ingredients
1 ¾ cup whole wheat pastry flour*
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
½ cup chopped walnuts, plus ¼ cup chopped walnuts for sprinkling on top of muffins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a muffin pan with liners and spray the inside of the liners to prevent sticking.
  • In a large bowl, mix together mashed bananas, honey, egg, vanilla, olive oil and milk until well combined. Add in whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt and use a wooden spoon to mix together until the batter is just combined. DO NOT overmix. Fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts.
  • Divide batter evenly into muffin liners, sprinkle each muffin with chopped walnuts. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the toothpick comes out with just a few crumbs attached.
  • Cool muffins for 5 minutes then remove and transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling. Muffins are best served warm and even better the next day. Makes 12 muffins.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 muffin, Calories 213 kcal, Fat 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Sugar 11 g, Protein 3.7 g

MOIST AND HEALTHY BANANA MUFFINS



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These are yummy muffins that are moist and low sugar, salt, and fat too!! If you like stuff that is not really sweet, powdered sugar subbed in for the regular will cut down on the sweetness. I got these from a healthy recipe site.

Provided by Gods_sugarcookie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 22m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 egg
3 really ripe bananas, mashed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
  • line 12 muffin tins with paper muffin cups or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Sift dry ingredients together.
  • add all liquid ingredients; mix.(don't over mix)
  • Fill muffins tins 3/4 full.
  • Bake in pre-heated oven for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 18, Sodium 227.6, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 3.9

SINFULLY MOIST BANANA MUFFINS



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Super moist recipe. Great for breakfast on the go! Even tastier if you spread some cream cheese on them.

Provided by hekela

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Banana Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 17

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 cup applesauce
1 cup mashed bananas
½ cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray 2 muffin tins with cooking spray or line with paper liners.
  • Whisk applesauce, mashed bananas, butter, and eggs together in a large bowl.
  • Combine flour, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold into the applesauce mixture until batter is just combined.
  • Divide batter evenly among muffin tins, filling each cup almost full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 36.2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 191.6 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

MOIST BANANA MUFFINS



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This recipe was given to me by my aunt. Everyone loves these moist muffins!

Provided by scholzy

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Banana Muffin Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup white sugar
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Stir the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sugar together in a bowl. Add the bananas, mayonnaise, and chocolate chips; stir until well combined. Pour into prepared muffin cups to about 3/4 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 251.2 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your muffins will be.
  • Mash the bananas well: This will help to ensure that the muffins are smooth and moist.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can lead to tough muffins.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
  • Bake the muffins at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes: Or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack: This will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan.

Conclusion:

These moist and healthy banana muffins are a delicious and nutritious snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect banana muffins every time.

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