Whole-Wheat Banana Muffins

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Whole-Wheat Banana Muffins
35 min.
15
160kcal

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Indulge in the comforting aroma of freshly baked Whole-Wheat Banana Muffins, perfect for those lovely mornings when you need a nutritious yet delicious start to the day. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a hint of warm cinnamon, these muffins are not only a delightful treat but also a healthy choice for breakfast, brunch, or a mid-morning snack. Made with wholesome whole-wheat flour, they offer a satisfying texture that pairs beautifully with your favorite cup of coffee or tea.

Whether you're looking to fuel your busy day or share with friends and family, this recipe yields 15 scrumptious muffins that are sure to please a crowd. With a mere 160 calories each, these delightful morsels allow you to savor the flavors without any guilt. Plus, they are vegetarian-friendly, making them an inclusive option for everyone at the table. The addition of dried banana chips on top adds a playful touch and a delightful crunch, elevating each bite!

Gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch in just 35 minutes. The warm, inviting scent that fills your kitchen while these muffins bake will have everyone eagerly anticipating a taste. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven, or keep them on hand for a quick grab-and-go breakfast—either way, these Whole-Wheat Banana Muffins are sure to become a beloved staple in your baking repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 12  banana chips dried
  • large banana ripe mashed
  • 0.3 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cooled melted
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1.5 cups flour whole-wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil
  • muffin liners
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F; mist a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper or foil liners. In a large bowl, combine both types of flour with baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix bananas with eggs, sugar, milk, butter and vanilla.
  3. Whisk until smooth. Fold banana mixture into flour mixture just until combined and batter forms; do not overmix.
  4. Spoon batter into muffin cups; place a banana chip on top of each one, if desired.
  5. Bake until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes.
  6. Let cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then turn out onto rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein8.13%
Fat20.42%
Carbs71.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.65
Glycemic Load
5.51
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
6.1395651879518%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.66mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.05kcal
8%
Fat:3.78g
5.81%
Saturated Fat:2.07g
12.93%
Carbohydrates:29.75g
9.92%
Net Carbohydrates:27.57g
10.02%
Sugar:14.65g
16.28%
Cholesterol:31.47mg
10.49%
Sodium:96.74mg
4.21%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:3.39g
6.77%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.91%
Selenium:11.42µg
16.32%
Fiber:2.18g
8.74%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.6%
Phosphorus:82.36mg
8.24%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.2%
Magnesium:27.97mg
6.99%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.86%
Folate:21.79µg
5.45%
Iron:0.95mg
5.27%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.26%
Potassium:182.94mg
5.23%
Calcium:50.31mg
5.03%
Copper:0.09mg
4.45%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.35%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.27%
Vitamin C:2.42mg
2.93%
Vitamin A:134.01IU
2.68%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.7%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.57%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.56%
Source:My Recipes