Coconut Banana Muffins
Coconut Banana Muffins
These may not be the prettiest version of banana bread you've ever seen, but don't be deceived by their looks: they are delicious. Try these out if you're looking for a perfectly healthy banana recipe that's great for breakfast.
Servings
6
servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup coconut flakes, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup dried figs, finely chopped
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk
- 4 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- brown sugar, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line 6 muffin tins with paper liners. In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder, and coconut flakes. In another bowl, stir together the bananas, coconut milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, and then stir in the dried figs.
- Pour the batter into the muffin tins and top each muffin with half of a teaspoon of brown sugar and half of a tablespoon of coconut flakes (if desired). Bake the muffins for 25 minutes or until golden brown and an inserted toothpick comes out clean.