Wholemeal banana and blueberry muffins

The muffin integrali alla banana e ai mirtilli sono una vera delizia per il palato, unendo il gusto irresistibile di banane mature e mirtilli succosi con i benefici della farina integrale. Questa ricetta offre un’alternativa più sana ai classici muffin, senza rinunciare al piacere di una gustosa e morbida coccola. Scopriamo insieme i motivi per cui questi muffin dovrebbero diventare un must nella tua routine di preparazione dei desserts.

Why you will love this recipe

I muffin integrali alla banana e ai mirtilli sono una scelta eccellente per diverse ragioni:

Healthy ingredients

L’utilizzo di farina integrale apporta una quantità significativa di fibre, proteine e vitamine, rendendoli una scelta molto più nutriente rispetto ai muffin tradizionali. Le banane aggiungono dolcezza naturale, mentre i mirtilli offrono un tocco di freschezza e un’esplosione di sapore.

Ease of preparation

This recipe is really simple and intuitive to follow, with few steps and easily available ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings or when you want to satisfy a quick sweet tooth in a healthy way.

Versatility

I muffin integrali alla banana e ai mirtilli si adattano a diverse occasioni: dalla colazione al merenda, fino a un dolce finale. Puoi anche personalizzarli con aggiunte come noci, scaglie di chocolateor other seasonal fruits.

Irresistible taste

The union of the sweetness of the bananas, the softness of the wholemeal flour and the acidic freshness of the blueberries creates a truly irresistible final result. Every bite will give you a delicious and satisfying experience.

Wholemeal banana and blueberry muffins

These delicious wholemeal banana and blueberry muffins are perfect for a healthy breakfast or light snack. Rich in fiber and naturally sweetened by banana, they are a nutritious option that combines the sweetness of fruit and the rustic flavor of wholemeal flour. Easy to prepare, they keep well and are an excellent way to start the day with energy or to treat yourself to a tasty and healthy break

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Preparation:12 minutes minutes

Cooking:30 minutes minutes

Total time:42 minutes minutes

Range:Dessert

Kitchen:American cuisine

Keywords:muffin

Portions:12 portions

Calories:220kcal

Chef:Petro Neagu

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Hand blender

Ingredients

• 1 1/3 cups wholemeal flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3 spoons honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 spoon vanilla sugar or 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 2 no eggs
• 1 cup granola
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 no bananas medium/large size
• 1 cup blueberries

instructions

• Preheat the oven to 160°C. Line a muffin mold with paper liners or baking paper.
• In a bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Add the granola and mix well.
• In another bowl, mash the bananas with the honey to obtain a smooth puree.
• Using a hand blender, mix the eggs, oil, milk, honey-banana puree, and vanilla sugar.
• Gently combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, mixing just until well incorporated. Carefully add the blueberries.
• Fill the muffin molds to about 3/4 of their height.
• Decorate the surface of the muffins with a sprinkling of granola and a pinch of cinnamon.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  

Notes

Tips for perfect success

• Use well-ripe bananas, the riper they are, the sweeter and easier they will be to mash.
• Don't over mix the dough to avoid getting hard and dense muffins.
• Fill the molds evenly to obtain muffins of the same size.
• Let the granola soak for 10 minutes before using to add moisture.

Nutrition

Calories:220kcal

Variations of the recipe

Banana and chocolate chip muffins

Add a cup of chocolate chips to the batter before baking for a delicious treat.

Banana and walnut muffins

Stir in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts for a nice crunch.

Banana and oat muffins

Replace the granola with oat flakes for a heartier, fiber-rich muffin.

How to serve wholemeal banana and blueberry muffins

These muffins pair perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfastfastand nutritious. Or you can accompany them with a drizzle of white chocolate syrup, maple syrup or honey for a delicious variation.

Frequent questions

Can I make these muffins gluten free?

Yes, you can replace wholemeal flour with a mix of gluten-free flours. Please note that the texture and flavor may vary slightly.

Can I use frozen bananas?

Of course, just make sure you defrost them before mashing them and adding them to the dough.

Storage and heating

Once cooled, store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. To reheat them, simply microwave them for a few seconds or heat them inovenat 180°C for approximately 10 minutes.