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Banana Bread Muffins

A healthier take on a classic baked favorite! This guilt free muffin is so moist without all the added oil1
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Calories 2721kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 tbs butter softened or slightly melted
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • ¾ cup coconut sugar ½ c. is sufficient if using white sugar
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 ½ c. flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ c. crushed walnuts

Instructions

  • In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar
  • In large bowl, lightly beat egg, add mashed bananas, add vanilla and combine. Add the creamed sugar.
  • In a third bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking power, and salt. Add to the creamed mixture. Add applesauce and combine well, but do not overmix. Add crushed walnuts if desired
  • Grease muffin tin by lightly spraying with cooking spray or use silicone cupcake liners
  • Bake at 350F for 20-30 minutes (depends on size of muffin tin used, so use a toothpick to check if it comes out clean) Check frequently! Tip: If using mini muffins, this will only take about 12 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 2721kcal | Carbohydrates: 493g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 63g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 358mg | Sodium: 2900mg | Potassium: 2210mg | Fiber: 25g | Sugar: 148g | Vitamin A: 1127IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 178mg | Iron: 21mg