Teresa's Recipes
Enhanced Banana Nut Bran Muffins
Wake up to the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked Banana Nut Bran Muffins! These delightful muffins are not only wholesome but also bursting with flavor. Each bite is filled with the sweet essence of ripe bananas, crunchy walnuts, and the hearty goodness of bran. Perfect for breakfast or as a midday snack, they're a nutritious way to fuel your day. The combination of whole wheat flour and bran flakes provides a rich source of fiber, keeping you full and energized. Enjoy a taste of history as muffins have been a beloved baked good in various cultures for centuries, evolving from humble beginnings to the delicious treats we cherish today.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup, packed Brown sugar
- 3 medium, mashed Ripe bananas
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 cup, crushed Bran flakes
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 12
- Dish Type: Breakfast
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 190
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 28g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, crushed bran flakes, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, brown sugar, egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Carefully fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.