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These muffins are perfect for breakfast and for when you want a taste of sweetness but don't want to overdo it. The healthy blend of bananas and walnuts will get you energized and ready for the day.
MAKES APPROX 12 MUFFINS
- 3 medium to large bananas (very ripe if possible)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (or applesauce if you don't want to use oil, but the muffins may not be as fluffy)
- 1 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- OPTIONAL: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Mash the bananas in a large bowl
- Add the oil (or applesauce), sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract (if using) to the bowl and mix
- In a different bowl, combine dry ingredients (flour, salt, baking soda)
- Add dry mix to the bowl with the banana, oil, and sugar mixture and stir to combine
- Fold in walnuts into mixture
- Pour scoops of the mixture into the lightly oiled (or lined) muffin pans (a little over 3/4 full, make sure not to overfill)
- Bake for 25-27 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean
- Let the muffins cool for 5-10 minutes before removing from muffin pan