Description
Delicious and nutritious banana protein muffins that are perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 overripe bananas, thoroughly mashed
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup vanilla-flavored protein powder
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk (such as almond or oat)
- 1/4 cup agave nectar or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened pureed apples
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or dark chocolate chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with paper liners or cooking spray.
- In a spacious bowl, blend the mashed bananas with the plant-based milk, agave nectar (or maple syrup), and pureed apples until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- If desired, fold in the chopped pecans or dark chocolate chunks.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For added sweetness, mix in an additional tablespoon of agave nectar or maple syrup.
- Swap out the pecans for almonds or dried cranberries for different flavors.
- For a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free oats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg