Craving for a berrylicious breakfast? Try these yummy banana mixed berries muffins. These muffins are made using oats in addition to wheat flour and mixed berries. The oats make the muffins healthier and less glutenous while the berries add nutrients essential for our health. Besides, Oats contain high levels of fiber and less calories compared to other grains thus making the muffins good for weight watchers. Adding berries makes the muffins moist and delicious too. These Banana mixed berries muffins are great for your morning tea, as desert or as snack in the evening while enjoying the sunset.
Why you will love banana mixed berries muffins
- They are very nutritious – Packed with natural sweetness from the bananas and antioxidants from the berries, these muffins are not only delicious but also offer a wholesome dose of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The inclusion of oats makes them a great source of complex carbohydrates, which provide sustained energy, making these muffins ideal for breakfast or a snack to keep you fueled throughout the day.
- They are incredibly delicious – The natural sweetness of bananas pairs well with the tartness of mixed berries. This creates a balanced and delicious flavor profile that you will love.
- They are easy to make – Just like many muffin recipes, these banana mixed berried muffins are easy to make and require few ingredients that may be readily available.
- They are versatile – You can enjoy them any time of the day. You want them for a quick breakfast, no snack for the afternoon, banana mixed berries muffins to the rescue; they do well as dessert too.
- They are surprisingly moist – The ripe bananas add moisture to the muffins whereas the berries add a burst of juiciness with every bite, making them soft and tender.
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How to make Banana Mixed Berry Muffins
Making banana mixed berry muffins is simple and a rewarding process. The ingredients for these bakes are readily available all year round. The recipe requires just a few basic ingredients and by following a few steps, you can create these delicious, moist bakes that are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Here are the ingredients that you require and instructions on how to make banana mixed berry muffins:
Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour
- Rolled oats – add crunchy texture and extra nutrients to the muffins
- Mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries and strawberries)
- Bananas ripe – adds natural sweetness to the muffins and reduce the need for more sugar.
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Buttermilk or plain yogurt – adds moisture to the muffins thus keeping them soft and moist.
- Unsalted butter or margarine; melted
- Salt
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180℃ and line the muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix the wet ingredients together; mash the bananas using the fork; add the sugar and butter and mix until it blends well; add the eggs then the buttermilk or plain yogurt and mix well.
- Mix the dry ingredients together: mix the wheat flour with the oats; add salt, baking powder and soda and mix well with a spatula.
- Add the dry ingredients into the liquid ingredients and mix well.
- Add the mixed berries and fold into the mixture using a wooden spoon or silicon spatula.
- Using a deep spoon or an ice cream scoop, scoop the batter and pour into the lined cups; put the filled muffin tin into the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- After the 30 minutes, test for doneness and remove from the oven if done; remove from the pan after 5 minutes; cool further for 10 minutes on a wire rack; serve with tea for breakfast, as an afternoon snack or dessert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tips and tricks for perfect banana mixed berries muffins
- The rule of the thumb when baking with bananas is that you simply use ripe bananas.
- Measuring your ingredients accurately cannot be over emphasized
- Mix batter until just combined; do not over mix
- Consider adding nuts and topping or mixed with other ingredients.
- Store the muffins in a airtight container under room temperature for 3 days. Freeze them for storage for a longer period. thaw the frozen muffins at room temperature or microwave them.
Recipe Card
Easy banana berries muffins recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cup oats
- 1 cups mixed berries blueberries, raspberries and strawberries
- 2 bananas ripe
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup buttermilk/yogurt
- 1 cup butter/margarine melted
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
Step 1: Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 180℃
- Grease muffin cups or line the cups with cupcake liners.
Step 2: Mixing wet ingredients
- Mash the bananas using the fork or a masher
- In a large bowl, add the mashed bananas, sugar and butter and mix well.
- Add the eggs then the buttermilk and mix.
Step 3: Mix dry ingredients
- Mix the wheat flour with the oats; add salt, baking powder and soda and mix well with a spatula or whisk.
Step 4: Mix dry and wet ingredients
- Add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Step 5: fold in mixed berries
- Add the berries into the mixture and gently fold in using a wooden spoon or silicon spatula
Step 6: Pour batter into muffin cups
- Using a deep spoon or an ice cream scoop, scoop the batter and pour into the lined cups
Step 7: Bake
- Bake the muffins in the pre-heated oven for about 20 – 30 minutes or until the test for done-ness returns positive results.