This is one of those recipes that proves you don’t need anything artificial to get something that tastes really good. Ripe bananas do most of the work here—bringing sweetness, moisture, and flavor all on their own.
What You’ll Need
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3 ripe bananas (the spottier, the better)
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2 eggs
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⅓ cup olive oil (or melted butter)
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¼ cup honey or maple syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1½ cups whole wheat flour (or half whole wheat / half all-purpose)
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½ cup chopped walnuts
What You’ll Do
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin.
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In a bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
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Whisk in eggs, olive oil, honey, and vanilla.
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Add baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to combine.
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Fold in flour, then gently mix in walnuts.
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Spoon into muffin cups (about ¾ full).
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden and set.
Why This Works
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Sweetness comes from real fruit + a touch of honey
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Healthy fats from olive oil + nuts
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Fiber and nutrients from whole grains + bananas
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No preservatives, emulsifiers, or artificial anything