Certainly! 🧁 Here’s a detailed recipe for Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins that you can whip up in no time! These delightful treats are perfect for a quick snack, brunch addition, or a light dessert. They’re freezer-friendly too, lasting up to a month for those moments when you need a tasty pick-me-up. So grab your ingredients and let’s get baking!
Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
Description:
These muffins are a hit as a snack, or a light dessert. Freeze them up to one month; thaw in the refrigerator overnight, or defrost in the microwave.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Brunch, Microwave, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Freezer, Easy, Inexpensive
- Servings: 18
- Yield: 18 muffins
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Milk |
| 1 3/4 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 1/2 cups | Sugar |
| 3/4 teaspoon | Baking powder |
| 1/4 teaspoon | Salt |
| 1 | Banana |
| 1/4 cup | Crunchy peanut butter |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/2 cup | All-purpose flour (for topping) |
| 1/4 cup | Light brown sugar (for topping) |
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 1/2 cup | Margarine |
| 1/4 cup | Peanut butter |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Batter:
- Stir together cereal and milk; let stand for 5 minutes.
- Combine 1 3/4 cups flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, making a well in the center of the mixture.
- Stir in mashed banana, crunchy peanut butter, and egg into the cereal mixture.
- Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.
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Fill Muffin Pans:
- Spoon the batter into greased muffin pans, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
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Make the Topping:
- In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 cup light brown sugar.
- Cut in the butter and peanut butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or fork until it resembles small peas.
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Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the muffin batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Enjoy:
- Remove the muffins from the pans immediately and cool them on wire racks.
- Once cooled, these muffins are ready to enjoy!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 247.3
- Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 21.9mg
- Sodium: 172.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 33.7g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 15.9g
- Protein: 5.8g
These Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are not just delicious but also packed with good-for-you ingredients like bananas, peanut butter, and whole-grain flour. They make for a delightful treat any time of the day! Whether you’re enjoying them fresh out of the oven or pulling one from the freezer for a quick snack, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your household. So bake a batch today and indulge in a guilt-free pleasure! 🍌🥜
