Best 5 Whole Wheat Pumpkin Banana Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our whole wheat pumpkin banana muffins, a delightful treat that combines the flavors of fall and the comforting taste of classic banana muffins. Made with a blend of whole wheat flour and oats, these muffins are packed with fiber and nutrients, making them a guilt-free indulgence. The addition of pumpkin puree and mashed banana not only adds moisture and sweetness, but also a boost of vitamins and minerals. These muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast, afternoon snack, or as a healthy dessert. With three variations – classic, chocolate chip, and streusel topping – there's a muffin for every taste preference. Grab your apron and let's embark on a delightful baking journey!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN BANANA MUFFINS



Pumpkin Banana Muffins image

These pumpkin banana muffins are the perfect bite-sized snack for fall. -Desiree Rasch, Blue Springs, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 15 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 small)
1/3 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. In another bowl, combine the eggs, pumpkin, bananas, buttermilk, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened., Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill three-fourths full with batter. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in muffin comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WHOLE WHEAT PUMPKIN-APPLESAUCE MUFFINS



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This is a great recipe for those times when you have half a can of pumpkin left over. The muffins taste great right from the oven, but are even better the next day-if they last that long! Kids love them and it's a good way to sneak fruits, veggies, and fiber into their diets.

Provided by Julie

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
⅔ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup canola oil
½ cup applesauce
½ cup canned pumpkin
⅓ cup buttermilk
2 eggs, slightly beaten
¼ cup golden raisins
¼ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups, or line the cups with paper muffin liners.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice; set aside. Combine the brown sugar, white sugar, oil, applesauce, pumpkin, buttermilk, and beaten eggs and mix until well blended. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Fold in the raisins and pecans, if desired.
  • Divide the batter evenly in the prepared muffin pan. Bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool the muffin pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes before removing the muffins from the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 273 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

WHOLE WHEAT PUMPKIN-BANANA MUFFINS



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Great-tasting healthy muffins with pumpkin, applesauce, and banana. Freeze well for a quick breakfast or snack!

Provided by Vseward Chef-V

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 30 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
2/3 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup oat bran
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup applesauce
15 ounces canned pumpkin
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Grease or line muffin tins with paper liners.
  • Combine flours, bran, oats, baking powder, spices, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Using whisk or spoon, stir until well mixed.
  • Combine remaining ingredients (except nuts) in a large mixing bowl; beat until smooth.
  • Gradually beat in flour mixture. Once mixtures are combined, stir in walnuts.
  • Spoon into prepared pans or tins (fill cups until just about full).
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until toothpick inserted in the middle of the muffin comes out clean.
  • Remove muffins from pan and cool on wire rack as soon as they come out of the oven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.5, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 24.8, Sodium 221.2, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 15.9, Protein 4

BANANA PUMPKIN WHOLE WHEAT MUFFINS (NO SUGAR ADDED)



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I love desserts! ...but I don't use any refined sugar or flour. So I invented this while looking for a sugarless pumpkin muffin recipe. This recipe includes bananas and applesauce to sweeten, as well as agave nectar and stevia. These are two great natural sweeteners. Blue Agave nectar is low glycemic and tastes like honey. Stevia is a herb that is up to 300 times sweeter that sugar, has zero calories and is 0 on the glycemic index. The protein powder I like to use is whey protein. It has cocoa and stevia in it. This might affect the sweetness of the muffins. If the protein powder you use is sweet enough to drink in plain water, it should work just fine. You can use vanilla or chocolate flavored if you wish. These muffins are sweet, moist, and satisfying. Packed with vitamin A, protein, fiber, omega 3 and taste!

Provided by WilbyTostada

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 18-24 muffins, 18-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups whole wheat flour
1/3 cup protein powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons wheat germ
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds (optional)
2 eggs, beaten slightly
3 tablespoons half-and-half or 3 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup coconut oil or 1/4 cup butter
1 cup pumpkin
2 mashed bananas
1 cup applesauce
1/8 teaspoon stevia plus (mixed in applesauce)
1 tablespoon agave nectar or 1 tablespoon honey
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup unsweetened carob chips or 1 cup chocolate chips
1 tablespoon half-and-half (use if adding milled flax seed) or 1 tablespoon milk (use if adding milled flax seed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix all dry ingredients throughly. (First nine ingredients listed, flour, whey protein, baking powder, baking soda, salt, wheat germ, spices, and flax seed.).
  • In a separate bowl combine apple sauce and stevia powder throughly. I use Stevia Plus brand, which is stevia extract mixed with F.O.S. Each brand varies in amount of sweetness. Start with 1/8 and possibly work up to 1/4 t if needed. Too much will cause a bitter taste, so be careful!
  • Add the beaten eggs, oil, half and half, pumpkin, mashed bananas, honey, and vanilla to the apple sauce and blend with a mixer, until smooth and even consistency is reached.
  • Add dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture and mix just until blended. Mix in carob or chocolate chips. Do not over mix or muffins will be dry.
  • Place in 18-24 greased muffin cups (I use olive oil spray.) Amount of muffins vary depending on the size of muffins you want. Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes. All ovens vary. Use a tooth pick to test. If the toothpick comes out clean they are done. Do not over cook!
  • Cool and enjoy! (I eat them hot out of the oven, just don't burn yourself!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.5, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 24.7, Sodium 140.7, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.9, Protein 3.1

FAT-FREE BANANA-PUMPKIN MUFFINS



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This is a recipe I made up to make muffins that were fat-free, so just a little more wholesome. Basically, it's a mix of pumpkin bread and banana bread, but without butter or oil. This recipe is good for adapting to those that do not care about it being fat-free. Adding mini chocolate chips makes the muffins sweeter, but still not too unhealthy.

Provided by ffler

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
4 large overripe bananas
¾ cup brown sugar
⅔ cup pumpkin puree
⅓ cup egg whites
¼ teaspoon allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon grated orange zest
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 ⅛ teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Mash bananas in a large bowl. Mix in brown sugar, pumpkin, and egg whites.
  • Mix allspice, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and orange zest together in a small bowl. Set aside 1/2 teaspoon of mixture.
  • Combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and remaining spice mixture in another large bowl. Slowly add banana-pumpkin mixture and mix until completely moistened. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Spoon batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin. Place a pinch of reserved 1/2 teaspoon spice mixture on top of each muffin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Leave muffins in their tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack for further cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.2 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 216.2 mg, Sugar 22.8 g

Tips:

  • Ensure Accurate Measurements: Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements, especially for flour and liquids, to ensure consistent results.
  • Fresh Ingredients Matter: Opt for fresh bananas and pumpkin puree for the best flavor and texture.
  • Properly Mash Bananas: Use a fork or potato masher to achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency that blends well into the batter.
  • Mixing Technique: Start by mixing the dry ingredients, then add the wet ingredients. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
  • Pan Preparation: Grease or line your muffin tins with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  • Fill Muffin Cups Evenly: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling them about ⅔ full to allow for expansion.
  • Baking and Cooling: Bake the muffins according to the recipe's instructions. Insert a toothpick or cake tester into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean when done. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

These wholesome Whole Wheat Pumpkin Banana Muffins offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will please everyone. Their moist crumb, sweet and slightly tangy notes, and nutritious ingredients make them a perfect grab-and-go breakfast, snack, or treat. Whether you're seeking a healthier alternative to traditional muffins or simply looking for a delicious and satisfying treat, these muffins are sure to become a new favorite. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and indulge in the goodness of these irresistible muffins!

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