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Banana Oatmeal Muffins

These Banana Oatmeal Muffins are moist, wholesome, and naturally sweet. Made with ripe bananas and hearty oats, they’re perfect for breakfast or a quick snack any time of day.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar or honey
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter, sugar, egg, milk, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
  4. Stir in oats and let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir gently until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze for longer storage; thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the microwave.
  • Add chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or blueberries for variation.
  • For a healthier twist, substitute half the flour with whole wheat flour.