Description
These Blender Banana Muffins are a quick and healthy treat made by blending all ingredients for a smooth batter and baking to fluffy perfection. They combine ripe bananas, oats, Greek yogurt, and warm spices for a wholesome, naturally sweetened muffin ideal for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
Banana Muffin Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 ¼ cups old fashioned oats (plus 2 Tbsp for sprinkling on top)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Adjust your oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a 12-cup muffin tin with silicone or paper liners to prevent sticking and make for easy removal.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, add all ingredients except the extra 2 tablespoons of oats. Blend until the batter is completely smooth, scraping down the blender sides as needed to fully combine the mixture.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the smooth batter evenly into the prepared liners, filling each about three-quarters full to leave room for rising. Sprinkle a few oats on top of each muffin for added texture and appearance.
- Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs attached, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool Muffins: Allow the muffins to cool for 10 minutes in the muffin tin to set before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking apart.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Old fashioned oats work best, but quick oats can be substituted if needed.
- Maple syrup or honey both work well as natural sweeteners.
- To make dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt.
- These muffins freeze well—store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
