Packing in 3 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein each, these No Sugar Added Banana Hemp Muffins are the best thing to happen to your breakfast scene!
There are few things quite as wonderful as warm banana bread. Sweet, caramelized bananas, perfectly spiced bread, and a healthy spread of melted butter, it is the ultimate balance of flavors and comfort in one bite. That love inspired the recipe for these No Sugar Added Banana Hemp Muffins. That classic banana bread flavor you love, in a hearty, good-for-you breakfast! They pack in 3 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein per muffin! Just one word of advice: double up the recipe - these muffins go fast!
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Whole Wheat Flour
We almost always bake with whole wheat flour. It adds fiber, nutrients, and a rich, nutty flavor to baked goods. For a softer flavor and lighter color, you can opt for white whole wheat flour. White whole wheat flour is still 100% whole wheat, just a different variety that traditional red wheat. For gluten free alternatives, we've had great success with Trader Joe's Gluten Free All-Purpose Flour or Bob's Red Mill 1:1.
Oats
Oats add additional nutrients, fiber, flavor, and texture to the mix.
Hemp Seeds
Also referred to as shelled hemp "hearts", these little green hemp hearts are nutritional powerhouses. If you've never tried them before, they are very soft and tender and can easily be chewed. They have a mild, earthy flavor that makes them easy additions to baked goods, toast, yogurt, salads, and much more. Hemp seeds are PACKED with nutrients, including vitamin E, calcium, iron, zin, omega-3 fatty acids, and plant based protein. While coming from the hemp plant, these seeds are free from psychoactive compounds and are safe for people of all ages to enjoy.
Bananas
You can't have banana muffins without bananas! We've made this recipe well over a dozen times and have used fresh and frozen and sometimes even a mix of the two! As long as your bananas are ripe and sweet, you'll be set!
Spices
We keep things simple with a light touch of cinnamon and ginger. For a bolder flavor you could get creative with any mix of seasonings or add-ins. Peanut Butter drizzled in the batter would also be delicious!
Oil
We've had best success with neutral oils like avocado. Coconut oil is another delicious alternative which lends a tropical touch.
Egg
An egg helps bind these muffins together. We have had followers mention swapping an egg for a flax "egg but this is something we personally have not had the chance to try yet.
No Sugar Added Banana Hemp Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour can sub with all-purpose
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup shelled hemp hearts
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ⅓ cup avocado oil or other preferred oil
- ½ tsp vanilla
- 1 egg lightly whisked
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients (flour through ground ginger) and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine bananas, vanilla, oil, and egg.
- Add wet mixture to dry and stir until just combined, careful not to over mix.
- Scoop mixture into 12 greased or lined cupcake tins and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden and done.
Nutrition
Looking for more healthy breakfast options? Check out our Smoky Sweet Potato Skillet!
This is a go to recipe for our lil fam.
Such a big hit and so packed with nutrition! Many thanks! Jackie Lunt
These muffins are a big hit with my family. My husband and my one year old both love them. I used 1/2cup almond flour and 1 cup rolled oats because that was all I had. And they came out fantastic! I definitely will be making these again
Hi Caitlin, we are SO happy to hear these were a hit with the family! Thank you so much for trying the recipe and letting us know the almond flour worked so well!
Delicious! Perfect amount of natural sweetness and super simple to put together!
Thank you Genevieve!!! We are so glad you enjoyed them! <3
I wonder if these could be made with a flax egg? Hmmm