Healthy Greek Yogurt Banana Muffins Recipe
These Healthy Greek Yogurt Banana Muffins are moist, naturally sweetened, and packed with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas and creamy Greek yogurt. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or snack, this recipe yields a dozen delicious muffins that balance indulgence and health.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Total Time: 28-30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins
- Chocolate chips or nuts, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the muffins evenly.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly mash the ripe bananas until smooth and slightly chunky for texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add Greek yogurt, honey, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can result in dense muffins.
- Add Optional Mix-ins: If using, gently fold in chocolate chips or nuts to add extra flavor and texture.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter evenly into a prepared muffin tin lined with paper liners or greased to prevent sticking.
- Bake Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and moisture, making these muffins healthier and tender.
- Honey is used as a natural sweetener; adjust quantity to taste or substitute with maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins fluffy and light.
- Optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts enhance flavor and texture but can be omitted for a simpler muffin.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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