Homemade Banana Oat Mini Muffins
Soft, naturally sweet mini muffins made with ripe bananas and whole oats, ideal for a kid-friendly breakfast or snack. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 25 minutes pairs medium, mashed Ripe bananas, Rolled oats, Baking powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 24, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, mashed Ripe bananas
- 1 1/2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 large Egg
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan (24 cups) with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mash 2 medium ripe bananas until smooth.
- Step 3: Add 1 large egg, 1/4 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons honey to the mashed bananas and whisk until combined.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Step 5: Gradually mix the dry oat mixture into the wet banana mixture until just combined.
- Step 6: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Step 7: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 8: Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Homemade Banana Oat Mini Muffins take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Homemade Banana Oat Mini Muffins?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium, mashed ripe bananas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Homemade Banana Oat Mini Muffins?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Homemade Banana Oat Mini Muffins for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 24 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 24). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Homemade Banana Oat Mini Muffins?
American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
