Banana Muffins with Almond Flour (Gluten Free & no Added Sugar) | The Frugal Chef

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

Honey is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and is plant-based.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

Dark chocolate has less sugar and more antioxidants.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C).

Mash 3 ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.

Add 3 large eggs at room temperature and mix well.

Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt, mixing until combined.

Gradually add 3 cups of almond flour and mix until just combined.

Scoop the batter into a lined muffin tin, filling each cup.

Mix 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar with 1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon and sprinkle on top of the muffins (optional).

Bake in the preheated oven for about 28 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.

Let the muffins cool completely before serving.

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