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Banana walnut muffins

Banana Walnut Muffins

If you are looking for a perfect mix of sweet, nutty and wholesome, then these banana walnut muffins have got you covered! The muffins perfectly bring out the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the crunchy texture of walnuts, They are awesome for breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert. These muffins are a clever way of using up overripe bananas. The muffins are sweetened with honey and topped using walnuts, honey and ground cinnamon.

Banana Walnut muffins

Why you will love these banana walnut muffins

  • They are sweet and full of flavor. Bananas add natural sweetness to these muffins. This reduces the need for more sugar. The walnuts create tender and crunchy texture to the muffins.
  • They are nutritious. Bananas have a good amount of potassium and vitamins, while walnuts have healthy fats, protein, and omega-3. These nutrients make these muffins healthy.
  • They are moist and tender. The use of bananas in this recipe makes the muffins moist and tender.

How to make banana walnut muffins

These Banana walnut muffins are made using ripe banana and chopped walnuts. This combination make them moist, crunchy and tender, making them a favorite treat for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Here are the ingredients that you will need to make these banana walnut muffins:

Ingredients:

For the muffins

  • All-purpose flour – this is used as the base for the muffins. You can substitute it with whole wheat flour for a healthier option
  • Vegetable oil
  • Sugar – helps to sweetens the muffins and complements the banana flavor.
  • Ripe bananas – They add natural sweetness and moisture to the muffins.
  • Baking powder – baking powder gives extra lift and fluffiness to the muffins.
  • Baking soda – This will helps the muffins rise.
  • Salt – Salt helps balance the sweetness and enhance flavor in the muffins.
  • Eggs – binds the ingredients together and adds structure.
  • Honey – help enhance the sweetness in the muffins.
  • Yogurt – Add moisture and flavor of the muffins.
  • Vanilla essence – helps enhances the flavor of the bananas.

For the toppings

  • Chopped walnuts – adds texture and crunchiness to the muffins
  • Cinnamon – will add color and depth to the flavor.
  • Honey – will help to sweeten the topping

Check out the ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease or line a 12-cup muffin cups with muffin liners.

For the toppings:

  1. In a small bowl, toss the nuts in honey and cinnamon until evenly coated

For the Muffins:

  1. In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt then set aside.
  2. In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, sugar, and honey.
  3. Add the mashed bananas, vanilla, and yogurt. Mix until well blended.
  4. Add the eggs and mix until well into the mixture.
  5. Add the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Mix with a spatula until well combined.
  6. Scoop the batter and into the prepared muffin cups and sprinkle evenly with the walnut topping.
  7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven until the tops are golden for 20 to 25 minutes.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the cups for 5 minutes, then turn them out onto a rack and let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  9. Serve and enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee, as a snack or dessert.

Storing banana walnut muffins

Banana walnut muffins can be stored in a airtight container for up to three days on the counter. If you want to store them for longer, free them in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw them first on the countertop for three hours.

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Recipe Card

Banana walnut muffins

Banana Walnut Muffins

These banana walnut muffins perfectly bring out the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the crunchy texture of walnuts.They are awesome for breakfast, afternoon  snack, or dessert. The muffins are sweetened with honey and topped with walnuts, honey and ground cinnamon.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cooling time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 242.09kcal

Ingredients 

  • 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 bananas ripe
  • cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 eggs
  • cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla essence
  • ½ cup vegetable oil

Instructions

Step 1: Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C
  • Grease or line a 12-cup muffin cups with muffin liners.

Step 2: Prepare the topping

  • In a small bowl, toss the nuts in honey and cinnamon until evenly coated

Step 3: Prepare muffins batter

  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt then set aside
  • In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, sugar, and honey. Mix until fluffy.
  • Add the mashed bananas and vanilla then mix well to blend
  • Add yogurt. Mix until well blended.
  • Add the eggs and mix until fully incorporated into the mixture
  • Add the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Mix with a spatula until well combined.
  • Scoop the batter and spoon into the prepared muffin cups.

Step 4: Sprinkle topping

  • Sprinkle the toppings evenly on each filled muffin cup.

Step 5: bake the muffins

  • Bake the muffins in the preheated oven until the tops are golden for 20 to 25 minutes.

Step 6: Cool and serve

  • Let the muffins cool in the cups for 5 minutes, then turn them out onto a rack and let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve and enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee, as a snack or dessert.

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Nutrition

Calories: 242.09kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.1g | Protein: 3.2g | Fat: 10.5g | Saturated Fat: 1.69g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.06g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.25g | Cholesterol: 28.16mg | Sodium: 218.67mg | Potassium: 113.56mg | Fiber: 0.99g | Vitamin A: 17.67IU | Vitamin C: 1.78mg | Calcium: 39.03mg | Iron: 1.08mg
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