Looking to take your mornings to the next level? These High-Fiber Banana-Flax Muffins are the perfect answer. They’re moist, sweet, and loaded with healthful ingredients that will help you power through even the busiest day.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 cup whole-wheat flour
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup lightly packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for greasing)
- ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Instructions
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with a little olive oil or line it with paper liners. In a mixing bowl, whisk the mashed bananas, ground flaxseed, olive oil, and milk together until smooth and well-combined.
In a separate bowl, stir together the whole-wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds of the way.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the tin for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm, topped with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey.
These muffins are an incredible pick for anyone looking to amp up their fiber intake without sacrificing taste. They’re just sweet enough, yet wholesome with plenty of satisfying texture. Swap in chopped walnuts or a handful of blueberries to change things up, and feel free to use dairy-free milk if you prefer. Whether you’re fueling up for a busy day or looking for an afternoon snack that won’t weigh you down, these High-Fiber Banana-Flax Muffins are sure to become a go-to in your kitchen.
Nathaniel Lee is an avid cook, drawing on his decades of home cooking and fine dining experience. He is a contributing chef at Mashed, and his recipes and contributions have been featured in Tasting Table, Edible Arrangements, Insanely Good Recipes, and The Daily Meal.
