Low Fat Banana Walnut Muffins
Indulge guilt-free with these wholesome and delicious Low Fat Banana Walnut Muffins, a perfect morning pick-me-up or healthy snack. Made with ripe bananas, white whole wheat flour, and unsweetened applesauce, this recipe delivers a naturally sweet flavor without excess fat. The warm hint of cinnamon adds cozy depth, while chopped walnuts provide satisfying crunch and added nutrition. These muffins are easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time, and bake up beautifully in under 20 minutes for a batch of 12 tender treats. Whether you're looking for a heart-smart breakfast option, a kid-friendly snack, or a healthy dessert, these low-fat muffins are sure to impress. Perfect for banana lovers and anyone seeking a healthier baked good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly spray with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Stir in the unsweetened applesauce, brown sugar, large egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the white whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy the muffins fresh, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1759 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.9 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.1 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2556 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
