Banana Oatmeal Muffins
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Banana Oatmeal Muffins
Description
Banana Oatmeal Muffins bring together the natural sweetness and moisture of mashed bananas with the texture of rolled oats and flour. Cinnamon and baking agents give the muffins a gentle rise and subtle spiced flavor. Chocolate chips are folded in for bits of sweetness and melty contrast throughout. The batter is carefully mixed to avoid overworking and maintain a tender crumb. Baking in a preheated oven yields golden muffins with lightly crisp tops and soft interiors. These muffins offer a convenient, handheld option for breakfast or an energizing snack anytime.
The balanced combination of brown and white sugars adds depth to the sweetness, while vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor. Using canola or a neutral oil helps keep the muffin moist without overpowering the other ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cups rolled oats old fashioned
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 egg large
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup canola oil or another flavorless oil, or even coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup bananas about 2 large or 3 medium, mashed
- 1 cup chocolate chips milk, dark, a mix of both, whatever you like!
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a muffin tin with liners.
- Whisk together the flour, oats, baking soda, powder, salt and cinnamon in a bowl.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugars until combined. Whisk in the oil and vanilla extract until combined. Whisk in the mashed bananas.
- Stir in the dry ingredients with a spoon until just combined - do not overmix. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Fill the muffin tins about ¾ of the way full. Bake the muffins for 18 to 20 minutes, or until set in the center. Let cool before serving!