Banana Muffins with Oats

Banana Oatmeal Muffin Recipe

These muffins combine sweet banana with the texture and nutrition of oats, creating a delicious and healthy option for any time of day. They are ideal for a quick breakfast or for an energetic and natural snack.

• Simple ingredients: ripe bananas, natural oats, and mild spices for a balanced flavor.
• Quick preparation: can be made in a blender to facilitate the process.
• Without refined flours or heavy fats: perfect for taking care of your daily diet.

Preparation time

A look at the time needed to achieve fluffy and flavorful muffins.

• Preparation: 10 minutes
• Cooking: 20 minutes
• Total: 30 minutes
• Servings: 6-8 muffins
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

Ingredients for the main mixture

• 3 ripe bananas: the ideal natural sweetness for a healthy muffin
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup muscovado sugar
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

If you don't have whole wheat flour, you can substitute it with fine oat flour, grinding more rolled oats until you get a similar powder, to maintain the natural texture and flavor.

Utensils we will use

• Muffin tin (can be silicone or metal with paper liners)
• Large mixing bowl
• Blender or food processor (to grind oats and mix ingredients)
• Spoon or spatula to integrate the mixture
• Wooden skewer to check for doneness

Preparation

1. Prepare the oat base

1. Process the oats: Place the rolled oats in the blender or food processor and grind until a fine flour is obtained. This flour will be the base of the muffin and will provide a soft texture and a natural flavor. Reserve in a bowl.

2. Prepare the liquid mixture

1. Mash the bananas: Use a fork to thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until you get a smooth puree without large lumps. This is key for the muffins to have natural moisture and sweetness.
2. Incorporate eggs and oil: Lightly beat the eggs and add the melted coconut oil, then mix well with the banana puree.
3. Add sugar and spices: Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and baking powder, mixing gently to combine.

3. Combine and prepare for baking

1. Combine both mixtures: Pour the liquid mixture over the oat flour and mix with a spatula until homogeneous. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins fluffy.
2. Fill the molds: Distribute the mixture into the muffin molds, filling up to 3/4 of their capacity to allow them to rise.

4. Baking

1. Bake: Place the mold in the preheated oven at 180°C and cook for about 20 minutes. To check, insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the muffins are ready.
2. Cool: Let rest for a few minutes before unmolding to prevent them from falling apart.

To finish and serve

Once the muffins are cool, you can sprinkle a little more cinnamon or serve them with a cup of coffee or cold milk to enhance the flavor. For a special touch, add walnuts or raisins before baking, adding texture and an extra nutritional boost.

Nutritional Information

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Proteins: 5 g
• Fats: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 26 g
• Fiber: 4 g

Approximate values per serving, ideal for light tracking in a balanced diet.

3 tricks for perfect Banana Oatmeal Muffins

• Use very ripe bananas: The riper they are, the sweeter and moister the mixture will be, avoiding the need to add much extra sugar.
• Gentle mixing: Integrating all ingredients without overmixing ensures airy and tender muffins.
• Control the oven temperature: An oven that is too hot can dry out the muffins; maintaining 180°C is ideal for even baking.

These details make the difference between a common muffin and a truly delicious muffin full of the energy provided by Sweet Banana and Natural Oats.

When is it ideal to enjoy Banana Oatmeal Muffins?

These muffins are an excellent option to start the day with energy, ideal for breakfast with a hot drink. They also work perfectly as a nutritious mid-morning snack or afternoon tea. Furthermore, their portability makes them a practical option to take to the office or school, or to share at weekend family gatherings, accompanied by other recipes such as Carrot Coconut Muffins which provide variety and flavor.

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Culinary glossary for preparing Banana Oatmeal Muffins

• Flakes: Rolled oat pieces that retain fiber and natural flavor.
• Baking powder: Chemical mixture that helps muffins rise and become fluffy.
• Purée: Smooth paste obtained by crushing ingredients, in this case, banana.
• Spatula: Flexible utensil for mixing ingredients without overbeating.
• Muffin molds: Containers where muffins are baked; they can be silicone or metal.