Description

These spinach banana muffins are a toddler-friendly snack made with wholesome ingredients like oats, bananas, and fresh spinach. Naturally sweetened and gluten-free, they're perfect for breakfast, snack time, or lunchboxes.

Ingredients

2 cups old-fashioned oats

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 ripe bananas

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups fresh spinach

1/4 cup milk (any kind)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin pan with liners or lightly grease it.
Add oats to a blender or food processor and blend until they become a fine flour.
Add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to the blender and pulse to mix.
Add bananas, applesauce, maple syrup (or honey), egg, vanilla, spinach, and milk.
Blend the mixture until smooth and green throughout.
Pour the batter into the muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake for 18–20 minutes, or 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

Add mini chocolate chips for a fun twist.

Mix in chopped nuts for extra texture (if no allergies).

Swap applesauce with Greek yogurt for more moisture and protein.

Use any milk you prefer—almond, oat, or dairy all work.

Add a dash of nutmeg or pumpkin spice for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 110
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg