Banana-Cranberry Spice Muffins

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Banana-Cranberry Spice Muffins
40 min.
12
161kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with these delightful Banana-Cranberry Spice Muffins! Perfectly suited for a morning meal, brunch, or a cozy breakfast, these muffins are not only vegetarian but also packed with flavor and nutrition. With a warm blend of spices, including cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite offers a comforting taste that will remind you of home-baked goodness.

What makes these muffins truly special is the combination of ripe bananas and sweetened dried cranberries, which add a natural sweetness and a burst of tartness. The use of Fiber original bran cereal not only enhances the texture but also boosts the fiber content, making these muffins a wholesome choice for your morning routine. Plus, they are easy to whip up in just 40 minutes, allowing you to enjoy freshly baked muffins without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee or sharing them with family and friends, these Banana-Cranberry Spice Muffins are sure to impress. They are light, fluffy, and irresistibly tasty, making them a perfect addition to any breakfast table. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that will brighten your day!

Ingredients

  • cup all-bran cereal 
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • cup banana ripe mashed ( 2 medium)
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • ziploc bags
  • muffin liners
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F. Grease bottoms only of 12 regular-size muffin cups with shortening or cooking spray, or use paper baking cups.
  2. Place cereal in resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bag and crush with rolling pin or meat mallet (or crush in food processor).
  3. In medium bowl, beat egg, milk and oil with fork or wire whisk until well mixed. Beat in bananas. Stir in crushed cereal; let stand 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in remaining ingredients except cranberries until blended. Stir in cranberries. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  5. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until light golden brown. Immediately remove from pan to cooling rack.
  6. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories161kcal
Protein7.34%
Fat22.35%
Carbs70.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.07
Glycemic Load
15.94
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.36260864009%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.76mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:161.21kcal
8.06%
Fat:4.28g
6.59%
Saturated Fat:0.75g
4.67%
Carbohydrates:30.31g
10.1%
Net Carbohydrates:27.75g
10.09%
Sugar:15.16g
16.84%
Cholesterol:14.1mg
4.7%
Sodium:180.01mg
7.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.16g
6.33%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.45%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.56%
Folate:96.08µg
24.02%
Vitamin B12:1.09µg
18.21%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.62%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.9%
Phosphorus:122.38mg
12.24%
Calcium:106.02mg
10.6%
Fiber:2.56g
10.23%
Iron:1.76mg
9.78%
Selenium:6.54µg
9.35%
Vitamin B3:1.67mg
8.34%
Magnesium:27.87mg
6.97%
Vitamin K:7.07µg
6.73%
Zinc:0.88mg
5.85%
Copper:0.09mg
4.5%
Potassium:145.73mg
4.16%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.39%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.09%
Vitamin A:149.83IU
3%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.76%
Vitamin C:2.14mg
2.59%