#Glossary Banana Oat Blender Muffins Category: Healthy Bakes Labels: GF Option • DF Option • EF Option • Family-Friendly Yield: 10–12 standard muffins Prep Time: 5 minutes Bake Time: 18–22 minutes Total Time: Approximately 30 minutes Description Soft, naturally sweet, and made with simple whole ingredients, these Banana Oat Blender Muffins are a wholesome everyday bake. Blended in one step and baked to golden perfection, they are ideal for breakfast, lunchboxes, or satisfying snacks. Balanced for structure, moisture, and proper baking results when prepared as directed. Ingredients .2 large very ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed / 240g) .2 cups (180g) rolled oats .2 large eggs .¼ cup (60ml) honey or pure maple syrup .¼ cup (60ml) milk of choice .1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract .1 teaspoon baking powder .½ teaspoon ground cinnamon .¼ teaspoon fine salt Optional Add-Ins: .¼ cup dark chocolate chips .¼ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) .2 tablespoons chopped nuts Method 1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line or lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin. 2. Add all ingredients (except add-ins) to a blender. 3. Blend until completely smooth and thick. 4. Stir in optional add-ins if using. 5. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups (¾ full). 6. Bake 18–22 minutes until tops are set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. 7. Cool 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Healthy Bakes Options GF: Use certified gluten-free rolled oats. DF: Use almond, oat, or coconut milk. EF: Replace eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water, rested 5 minutes). Storage Room temperature (below 22°C / 72°F): up to 2 days Refrigerated: up to 5 days Frozen: up to 3 months Cool completely before storing. Discard if signs of spoilage appear. Daily Delights Tip For extra moisture and sweetness, use bananas that are heavily spotted and soft. The riper the banana, the better the flavor.