Incredibly Moist WFPB Wheat Banana Muffins

Add dried fruit, such as golden raisins, cranberries, or blueberries to give these muffins another layer of flavor. Feel free to add walnuts or pecans.

Date syrup, agave, or maple syrup offer delightful alternatives to honey, each imparting its own distinct flavor profile and characteristics to recipes.

• Date syrup, crafted from the natural sweetness of dates, exudes a rich and caramel-like taste, adding depth and complexity to dishes. Its velvety texture makes it a versatile sweetener.
• Agave, derived from the succulent agave plant, boasts a mild and neutral sweetness with hints of floral undertones. Its smooth consistency makes it an excellent choice for sweetening beverages like tea or crafting delicate desserts like fruit sorbets.
• Maple syrup, tapped from maple tree, offers a robust and earthy sweetness with subtle notes of woodiness. Renowned for its distinct flavor, maple syrup lends a comforting warmth to baked goods.

Storing

Store these in an airtight container for up to three days. After five days they tend to dry out. These cookies freeze very well if you will not be eating them within a few days.

Bananas are mainly composed of carbs. Unripe bananas may contain decent amounts of resistant starch, which functions like fiber, aiding your gut and promoting healthy blood sugar levels. They contain several vitamins and minerals in decent amounts. These include potassium and vitamins B6 and C. Bananas are a great source of several healthy antioxidants, which are responsible for many of their health benefits. These include dopamine and catechin. beneficial for heart health due to their high levels of potassium and antioxidants. Their resistant starch and pectins may promote colon health. (Trusted source.)

Chia Seed is a small, nutrient-dense seed harvested from the Salvia hispanica plant, native to Central America. Renowned for its impressive nutritional profile and versatility, chia seed has gained popularity as a superfood in recent years. These tiny seeds pack a powerful punch of essential nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Despite their small size, chia seeds are incredibly nutrient-dense, making them a valuable addition to any diet. They are believed to support digestive health due to their high fiber content, promote heart health by reducing cholesterol levels, and aid in weight management by promoting feelings of fullness and satiety.

One of the most remarkable properties of chia seeds is their ability to absorb liquid and form a gel-like consistency when soaked. This unique characteristic makes chia seeds a popular ingredient in recipes for puddings, smoothies, and baked goods, where they can act as a natural thickener and binder acting in the same manner as an egg.

Walnuts are an excellent source of antioxidants that can help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol level. They are significantly higher in omega-3 fatty acids than any other nut, providing 2.5 grams (g) (Trusted Source) per 1-ounce (oz) serving which may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and conditions. There are several plant compounds and nutrients in walnuts that may help decrease inflammation, which is a key culprit in many chronic conditions. Eating walnuts also nourishes both you and the beneficial bacteria that live in your gut. This promotes gut health and may help reduce the risk of obesity, heart disease, and cancer. (Trusted source).

WFPB Wheat Banana Muffins

Donna Spencer

Whole food plant-based wheat banana muffins are a delightful, nutritious twist on the classic muffin recipe. These muffins typically have a moist and tender crumb, thanks to the bananas and plant-based milk. The whole wheat flour adds a nutty flavor and a hearty texture. The ripe bananas provide natural sweetness while any additional ingredients, like chopped apples, cinnamon, or vanilla, enhance the flavor profile. They can't be any more healthy!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories

Equipment

• Bowl Medium
• Bowl Small
• 6-12 cup Muffin Pan with 6 paper liners

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup wheat flour
• ½ cup oat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon fine salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon ground chai seed mixed with 2-3 tablespoon water
• ¼ cup honey or sweetener of your choice such as date syrup, agave or maple syrup
• ½ cup applesauce
• ½ cup plant-based milk can replace with water or juice of choice
• 2 medium mashed ripe bananas
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar optional helps to yield a tender muffin
• ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
• ¼ cup (95g) lightly packed light brown sugar or raw sugar for topping before baking is also optional

Instructions

 

• Preheat an oven to 350°F degrees and lightly spray a muffin pan for 6 muffins. This number ensures they are nice and tall and resemble close to a bakery-style look. I typically always use liners for muffins, but you can lightly spray the pan with nonstick spray if you use it. This makes the muffins bake up better and creates that beautiful dome top. Using liners will not bake up the same way, but will still be delicious, so use the liners if needing to 100% avoid any oil.
• To a large bowl, add the flours, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk very well until no lumps remain.
• In a smaller bowl, combine mashed bananas, plant-based milk, chai seed water mixture, honey, applesauce, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla (if using).
• Pour over the dry ingredients and stir with a spoon until just incorporated and smooth. You want to avoid over-mixing the batter so the muffins don't turn out too tough.
• Divide the batter in 6 large muffins or 12 regular sized muffins. The batter will fill up high and is how you will get beautifully shaped dome muffins.

  Optionally, sprinkle with a heavy pinch of brown or raw sugar.
  
• Bake for 20-25 minutes at 350℉. Each batch I made was perfect at 25 minutes but that is my oven.

  Let cool 20-30 minutes. If you sprayed the pan, then you should be able to gently rotate the muffins to release them.
• Enjoy!
  
• Keep them stored at room temperature in a sealed container. The crunchy topping will soften overnight some.
  

Keyword banana, chia seed eggs, oat flour, walnuts, whole wheat flour