Healthy Banana Muffins (Protein-Packed Recipe Using Ripe Bananas)
12 muffins
servings10
minutes25
minutes150
kcalAre Banana Muffins Healthy?
Traditional banana muffins often come with lots of sugar and butter. But this easy banana muffin recipe swaps in wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt, oat flour, and protein powder for a lighter but filling treat. Each muffin delivers the natural sweetness of bananas, a boost of protein, and a tender texture you’ll love.
Made with ripe bananas (great way to use leftovers)
High in protein from yogurt and protein powder
Can be adapted into oatmeal banana muffins, pumpkin banana muffins, or even banana nut muffins recipe easy
Freezer-friendly and great for meal prep
Ingredients
3 ripe bananas
1 large egg
¼ cup maple syrup (or honey for a twist)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt (adds creaminess and protein)
1 cup oat flour (blend oats if needed—perfect for oatmeal banana bread)
½ cup vanilla protein powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup chocolate chips (optional for chocolate banana muffins or choco banana lovers)
Directions
- Prepare the pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tray with paper liners. - Mash the bananas
In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the egg, syrup, vanilla, and Greek yogurt. - Mix dry ingredients
In another bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. - Combine wet + dry
Fold dry ingredients into the banana mixture gently. Stir in chocolate chips, nuts, or oats if using. - Bake
Divide batter evenly across 12 muffin cups. Bake 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. - Cool
Let muffins rest 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
- Variations of Banana Recipes
Banana Nut Muffins Recipe Easy → Add chopped walnuts or pecans.
Banana Oatmeal Muffins → Stir in rolled oats for fiber.
Vegan Banana Muffins → Replace egg with flaxseed and use plant-based yogurt.
Banana Cupcakes → Top with cream cheese frosting for dessert-style muffins.
Pumpkin Banana Muffins → Swap part of banana with pumpkin puree.
Sugar Free Banana Bread → Use sugar-free syrup instead of maple.
Banana Protein Bread Recipe → Bake in a loaf pan for high protein banana bread.
Banana and Protein Pancakes → Use the same batter for pancakes instead of muffins. - Storage Tips
Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for 2 days.
Fridge: Up to 5 days.
Freezer: Wrap and freeze for 3 months. Just reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds.
