Description

These Healthy Strawberry Banana Muffins are incredibly moist, naturally sweet, and delightfully fluffy, made with ripe bananas and fresh strawberries. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these muffins are nutrient-packed and make an excellent grab-and-go option that skips the guilt.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
½ teaspoon Baking Soda
¼ teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (optional)
2 large Ripe Bananas, mashed
½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce
¼ cup Maple Syrup or Honey
1 large Egg, room temperature
½ cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1 cup Fresh Strawberries, hulled and diced

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with liners
In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamo
In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas and mix in the applesauce, maple syrup, egg, milk, and vanilla until combined
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined, then fold in the diced strawberries
Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full
Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clea
Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.

Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 18-22 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 160 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: n/a
Trans Fat: n/a
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg