How to Make Banana-Date Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Banana-Date Muffins are a delicious and healthy treat that are perfect for breakfast or a snack on the go. These moist and flavorful muffins are packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and dates, making them a great choice for those who are looking for a healthier alternative to traditional baked goods. Whether you enjoy them warm with a pat of butter or as a quick grab-and-go option, these muffins are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup reduced-calorie margarine
  • 1 egg
  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup bran flakes cereal
  • 12 dates, pitted and chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 muffins

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a muffin pan with non-stick spray or line with paper muffin liners. Sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar, margarine and egg with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in bananas, vanilla, cereal and dates. Blend in dry ingredients until just incorporated. Spoon into prepared muffin cups to about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in pan over a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before removing muffins from the pan.
  • Nutrition

    210 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 372mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 202mg