Banana Nut Muffins with Splenda

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Banana Nut Muffins with Splenda, a lighter take on a classic favorite that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. These moist and fluffy muffins combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the sugar-free goodness of Splenda, making them a guilt-free treat that doesn’t compromise on taste. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and the crunch of chopped walnuts, this recipe calls for a mix of melted butter and unsweetened applesauce to ensure a tender crumb while keeping things light. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of 20 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins are an ideal option for health-conscious bakers or anyone seeking delicious low-sugar baked goods. Perfect straight out of the oven or stored for up to three days, these muffins are a wholesome way to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup Splenda granular (or equivalent sweetener)
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 optional nonstick cooking spray or muffin liners

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with muffin liners or lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, Splenda, melted butter, unsweetened applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter should look slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(773.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1818.5

Total Fat 97.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 348.7mg	0%
Sodium 119.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 38.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 116.8mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 1418.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 55.8%