Healthy Banana Muffins

This Healthy Banana Muffin recipe is full of banana flavor and quick to throw together.  These banana muffins with greek yogurt are packed with ripe bananas and rely on a hefty amount of Greek Yogurt to keep them nice and moist while cutting back on saturated fat and giving them an extra boost of protein.

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• Healthy Banana Muffin Recipe
• Ingredients in Healthier Banana Bread Muffins
• How to Make Healthy Banana Muffins with Greek Yogurt
• Recipe Tips and Tricks
• Banana Yogurt Muffins Frequently Asked Questions
• Banana Muffin Recipe Variations:
• Storing and Freezing Muffins
• Healthy Banana Bread Muffins Recipe
• More of our Favorite Muffin Recipes

Healthy Banana Muffin Recipe

If you’re searching for a simple recipe for Healthy Banana Muffins that still taste amazing, look no further.  These banana Greek yogurt muffins are packed with ripe bananas and greek yogurt to keep them moist.

These Greek yogurt banana muffins are good with or without chocolate chips, so make them how your family prefers.  We make them at our house half with and half without the mini chocolate chips. Either way, we promise you will love this recipe.

If you love no-fail muffin recipes, be sure to check out our Berry Muffins.  They’re equally amazing and have a crispy sugar crust on top of the muffins that’s to die for.  These banana muffins would be amazing along side some of the best brunch recipes.

Ingredients in Healthier Banana Bread Muffins

• Bananas - use the ripest bananas you can find to have the sweetest, most moist result.  Brown spots are not only okay, they are good!  
• Sugar - this recipe calls for regular white granulated sugar.  Using half brown sugar and half white sugar also tastes amazing.
• Eggs - any kind of large whole eggs will work.
• Butter - you want to use unsalted butter for this recipe.
• Vanilla - vanilla extract is best, but imitation will be fine, too.
• Flour - use all-purpose flour for this recipe.
• Baking Soda - baking soda helps the muffins to rise in the oven and keeps them super soft.
• Salt
• Greek Yogurt - any plain Greek yogurt will do, but make sure it’s a high-quality brand with less water content.  
• Mini Chocolate Chips are optional, but add delicious little bursts of melty chocolate flavor that our family loves.

How to Make Healthy Banana Muffins with Greek Yogurt

1. Mix together the wet ingredients.  Add the ripe bananas, sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in the bowl of a standing mixer. Using the paddle attachment, mix them together for about a minute to break up any large pieces (you can also use a hand mixer if you want).
2. Add the dry ingredients.  Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt and add about half into the bowl with the banana mixture.
3. Alternate adding the dry with the Greek Yogurt.  Mix for a few seconds, and add the Greek yogurt.  Add the rest of your dry ingredients and mix on low until the dry ingredients are incorporated.  Do not overmix! Small lumps of bananas are ok.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips.  If using, gently fold in the mini chocolate chips using a rubber spatula.
5. Bake.  Lightly spray the muffin pan with nonstick spray (or use paper liners) and fill about ⅔ full.  Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool and serve.  Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before removing from the baking tins to cool completely.  Enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Use very, very, ripe bananas.  Overripe and brown mashed bananas have the strongest, sweetest banana flavor.  The riper the bananas, the higher the sugar content and the lower the starch.  You can also use bananas that you’ve stuck in the freezer, be sure to thaw them and drain the liquid before using them.
• Fat.  You need some sort of fat; in this case, we use butter because it adds a great flavor.  We add in the Greek yogurt to add even more moisture but lower the saturated fat a touch.
• Don’t overbake.  The baking time is just a guideline and you should always test with a toothpick or oven tester.  When it comes out clean, your muffins are done.
• Gluten-free muffins.  If you want to make these gluten-free, substitute your favorite gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.  Voila!
• Even healthier banana muffins.  If you want to make healthy banana muffins recipe even healthier, try substituting half whole wheat flour.  You can also replace some of the cane sugar with honey or pure maple syrup.

Banana Yogurt Muffins Frequently Asked Questions

Banana Muffin Recipe Variations:

• Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins: Add a generous amount of chocolate chips to your banana muffin batter for a decadent twist. The sweetness of the chocolate complements the ripe bananas perfectly, creating a flavor explosion in each bite.
• Peanut Butter Banana Muffins: Spread some peanut butter on top of your banana muffins or swirl it into the batter before baking. The combination of nutty peanut butter and sweet bananas is a match made in heaven.
• Blueberry Banana Muffins: Add fresh or frozen blueberries to your banana muffin batter for a burst of fruity goodness. The juicy blueberries add a pop of color and flavor to the muffins, making them the perfect breakfast or snack option.
• Walnut Banana Muffins: Add some chopped walnuts to your banana muffin batter for a crunchy texture. The nutty flavor of the walnuts pairs well with the sweetness of the bananas, creating a delicious flavor profile.
• Cinnamon Banana Muffins: Add a teaspoon of ground cinnamon to your banana muffin batter for a warm and cozy flavor. The cinnamon adds a subtle spiciness to the muffins, making them the perfect treat for a chilly day.
• Banana Nutella Muffins: Swirl some Nutella into your banana muffin batter for a rich and indulgent flavor. The chocolate hazelnut spread pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the bananas, creating a luxurious treat that you won't be able to resist.
• Coconut Banana Muffins: Add some shredded coconut to your banana muffin batter for a tropical twist. The coconut adds a chewy texture and a subtle nutty flavor to the muffins, making them the perfect treat for a summer day.

Storing and Freezing Muffins

• Room temperature:  store banana muffins in an airtight container at room temperature.  They’ll stay fresh for a few days that way.
• Freezing muffin batter: store muffin batter in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.  To use, thaw in the fridge overnight and then bake as directed the following day.
• Freezing baked muffins: store completely cooled muffins in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.  When you want to serve them, let them defrost overnight at room temperature, then transfer back into muffin cups and rewarm in a 350-degree oven for about 10 minutes, or until warmed through.

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• Easy Pumpkin Muffins
• Pumpkin Muffins with Cheesecake Swirl
• Applesauce Muffins
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• Double Chocolate Chip Muffins
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Your family will love this simple recipe for Healthy Greek Yogurt Banana Muffins. They are packed with ripe bananas and Greek yogurt keeping them perfectly moist, full of flavor and low in saturated fat.

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