Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar (or sugar substitute)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup chopped mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, etc.)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mash the bananas. Add the vegetable oil and egg, and mix until well combined.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the banana mixture into it. Stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped mixed nuts.
- Spoon the muffin mixture into 12 muffin cups (lined with paper muffin cups or sprayed with non-stick cooking spray).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 250 per muffin (based on using sugar substitute and serving size of 1 muffin)
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 12g (including 1.5g saturated fat)
- Fiber: 2g (depending on the type of nuts used)
Dish Characteristics:
- Low in saturated fat and high in fiber due to the use of whole-grain flour and mixed nuts.
- Contains a good source of protein from the nuts and egg.
- Moist and delicious with a rich banana flavor and crunchy texture from the mixed nuts.
- Suitable for a healthy diet or as a snack for people looking to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
User Comments:
- "These muffins are so tasty! I love the combination of banana and nuts."
- "Great recipe for a healthy snack or breakfast option. Kids loved them too!"
- "The texture was perfect – not too dense and not too crumbly."
- "A great way to sneak some extra fiber and protein into my diet without feeling like I'm sacrificing taste."
- "I used almond flour instead of all-purpose flour to make it gluten-free. Still delicious!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the bananas are ripe for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or use a sugar substitute according to your preference or dietary needs.
- For a more robust flavor, you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the banana mixture.
- Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
