These healthy banana and date muffins are moist, naturally sweetened, and perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
Instructions
Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease them.
Pro tip: Using paper liners makes cleanup easier and prevents sticking.
Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Pro tip: Sifting the dry ingredients can result in a lighter muffin texture.
Prepare wet ingredients
In another bowl, combine mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, honey, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Pro tip: Ensure the bananas are well mashed for a smoother batter.
Combine mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Pro tip: Overmixing can lead to dense muffins.
Add dates
Fold in the chopped dates until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pro tip: Coat dates with a little flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
Fill muffin tin
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Pro tip: Use an ice cream scoop for even portioning.
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of a muffin comes out clean.
Pro tip: Rotate the muffin tin halfway through baking for even cooking.
Cool and serve
Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro tip: Cooling on a rack prevents muffins from becoming soggy.
Tips & Tricks
- Use ripe bananas for the sweetest flavour.
- Chop dates finely to ensure even distribution.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients separately before combining.
- Don't overmix the batter to keep muffins tender.
Frequently Asked Questions
How ripe should the bananas be?
Use bananas that are very ripe, with brown spots, for the best sweetness and flavour.
Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
Yes, you can use regular yogurt, but the texture may be slightly different as Greek yogurt is thicker.
How do I prevent the dates from sinking?
Coat the chopped dates with a little flour before folding them into the batter to help them stay evenly distributed.
Can these muffins be made gluten-free?
Yes, substitute the flours with a gluten-free flour blend for baking.
How should I store these muffins?
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
Serving Suggestions
Nutrition per serving
150
Calories
3g
Protein
3g
Fat
28g
Carbs
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