These healthy banana muffins are created by our 7-year-old chef, so not only are they kids-approved and yummy, but can be prepared by anyone older than 6 in less than 30 minutes. Give them a try and tell us how they turned!
This is a one-bowl recipe, so you just need to put all of the ingredients together and blend!
If you need some more reasons to try this outstanding recipe, here is the main one:
These Banana Muffins are Healthy
Glutenfree and sugarfree – these banana muffins are packed with fiber, complex carbohydrates, vitamins and antioxidants. This makes them not only a nutrtrious snack but also a great start into your or your child’s day.
Here’s why:
1. Banana Muffins are Rich in Fiber
For our recipe, we use gluten-free, organic oats, which are a great source of soluble fiber, especially beta-glucan. Several scientific studies show that beta-glucan can help reduce cholesterol levels and promote heart health. Furthermore, the dietary fiber in bananas is also known to improve digestion and help maintain a healthy gut. Make sure, you eat enough fiber to stay healthy.
2. Sugar-free Because of a Natural Sweetness
Ditch the sugar, you don’t need it for this outstanding recipe! We use organic bananas with their natural sweetness, we simply don’t need sugar.
The fiber will help us keep our blood sugar levels stable. That’s how these banana muffins are a simply healthier alternative to sweets and other baked stuff out there.
3. Good Source of Potassium
Potassium, everybody! Bananas are rich in potassium, a mineral that helps us regulate our blood pressure, and supports our muscle function. What’s more, potassium helps us maintain our fluid balance in the body.
4. Energy Boost
Need some energy before a workout? Both oats and bananas are excellent sources of complex carbohydrates. Therefore, they provide you with tons of energy throughout the day without sudden spikes in blood sugar.
5. Vitamins and Antioxidants
Banana muffins with oats are not only delicious but also nutrient-dense. Bananas are packed with vitamins like vitamin C and B6, while oats contain antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation and improve blood flow.
Healthy Banana Muffin Recipe that’s ready in 20 Minutes
Toddler Meal Ideas - Salmon Mac and Cheese
Easy and Healthy Toddler Meal Ideas - Salmon Mac and Cheese for Lunch or Dinner
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cooked, boneless salmon flakes
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tbsp quick-cook macaroni (3 min)
- 3 tbsp mozzarella shredded
Instructions
- Put the salmon, milk and macaroni in a non-stick skillet and cook for about 3 min until the macaroni are ready.
- Add the mozzarella and stir.
- Serve to your little one and Bon Appétit!
This recipe is so easy, that our 7-year-old chef can prepare it in no time with limited mess!
Variation Banana Cake with CoCONUT
A yummy banana coconut cake needed for your afternoon tea or coffee? Add 1 cup of grated coconut to the mixture and bake the batter as a cake.
Wonderfully coconut-flavoured and light, this banana-coconut cake is a delight with no added sugar.
Stay healthy and happy!
Happy Snacking!
you say your banana muffins are sugar free, yet the ingredients call for vanilla sugar?? also, is that greek or regular yogurt? plain, flavored?
You can leave out the vanilla sugar, if you like. I’ve used both – greek and regular yogurt. Always plain. Hope that helps :). Let me know, how the recipe worked for you!
you say your banana muffins are sugar free, yet the ingredients call for vanilla sugar?? also, is that greek or regular yogurt? plain, flavored?
You can leave out the vanilla sugar, if you like. I’ve used both – greek and regular yogurt. Always plain. Hope that helps :). Let me know, how the recipe worked for you!