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Banana-Walnut Bran Muffins

These Banana-Walnut Bran Muffins are a delicious and nutritious treat, perfect for breakfast or a snack!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups white whole-wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • 0.75 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 cups wheat bran
  • 0.5 cup coconut palm sugar
  • 2 large eggs whipped
  • 1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup molasses or sorghum or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup melted coconut oil
  • 0.5 cup walnut pieces

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your muffins bake evenly.
  2. Grease your muffin tin with a little coconut oil or line it with muffin liners for easy removal.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white whole-wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk until well blended.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the whipped eggs, Greek yogurt, molasses, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil. Mix until fully combined.
  5. Stir in the wheat bran into the wet mixture until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
  7. Gently fold in the walnut pieces, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.
  8. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  9. Bake in your preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then, transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely. Enjoy your Banana-Walnut Bran Muffins warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • For a sweeter muffin, increase the amount of coconut palm sugar.
  • Use dark chocolate chips for an indulgent twist.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.