No-Added-Sugar Blueberry Banana Bran Muffins
Recipe Summary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–23 minutes
- Total Time: 30–33 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Breakfast, Snack
- Calories: 140 (approximate)
Ingredients
- 2 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup / 240 g)
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (180 g) plain yogurt (whole or low-fat)
- 1 cup (60 g) wheat bran
- 1 cup (125 g) whole-wheat flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries (can be frozen, thawed and drained)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease it.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, and plain yogurt until fully combined and smooth.
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In a separate bowl, mix the wheat bran, whole-wheat flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture and stir just until combined—don’t overmix or the muffins can become tough.
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Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to break them up too much.
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Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups; the cups should be about 3/4 full.
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Bake for 20 to 23 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center: it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
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Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- If using frozen blueberries, thaw and drain them to avoid adding excess moisture to the batter.
- Don’t overmix once you add dry ingredients; mix just enough to combine for tender muffins.
- Let muffins cool fully before storing to prevent sogginess.
- For easier removal, use silicone liners or a non-stick muffin pan.
Nutrition Estimate
- Calories: ~140
- Protein: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fat: 3 g
- Fiber: 4 g