Nikki's Banana Bread Muffins Healthy

Start your day with "Nikki's Banana Bread Muffins Healthy," a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! These moist, fluffy muffins are naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup, making them the perfect wholesome treat for breakfast or a midday snack. Packed with hearty rolled oats, protein-rich Greek yogurt, and whole wheat flour, this recipe balances nutrition and flavor in every bite. A hint of cinnamon provides warmth, while optional dark chocolate chips or nuts bring added indulgence and texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, these easy-to-make muffins are kid-friendly, meal-prep-approved, and deliciously satisfying. Perfect for anyone seeking healthy banana bread alternatives or quick grab-and-go snacks!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 medium Ripe bananas
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
• 0.25 cup Maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Rolled oats (not instant)
• 0.75 cup Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tray by lining it with paper liners or spraying it with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the egg, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, and whisk together until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, stir together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 4

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid dense muffins.

Step 5

If desired, gently fold in the dark chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and flavor.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 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 muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(872.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1954.0

Total Fat 56.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 221.5mg	0%
Sodium 1998.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.6g	0%
Total Sugars 131.2g
Protein 53.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 321.9mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 2762.3mg	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: 24.5%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 65.1%