Blueberry Banana Muffins
Ingredients (makes 12 muffins)
Time to bake: 45 minutes
4 ripe bananas
2 cups of blueberries
1 cup of almonds or brown rice flour if you have a nut allergy
1 cup of flaxseeds
1 cup of gluten free oats
1 tsp of bicarbonate of soda
½ cup of apple juice
½ cup of water
½ cup of maple syrup
2 tsp of cinnamon
These are a delicious & healthy way to start your day & they are perfect for children to snack on after school & before dinner. They are gluten, dairy & sugar free.
Instructions
Preheat the oven at 180C.
Place the almonds, flaxseeds, cinnamon & oats in a food processor & blend until you have a smooth flour like consistency.
Mash all the bananas & add the apple juice, water & maple syrup to the bowl. I washed the blueberries & gently dried them with a towel, then lightly dusted them with potato starch to ensure they are fully dry.
Gently fold all your ingredients into one bowl & transfer into muffin trays.
I would use coconut oil if your trays are non-stick.
Bake for around 35-40 minutes & allow 5 minutes before you enjoy!
These muffins are sugar, gluten & dairy free and made from only natural wholesome ingredients your body will love.
Bananas are loaded with potassium which is essential for every cell in your body & maintaining fluid balance, keeping your brain, heart, nerves & muscles functioning well. Bananas can help overcome depression due to their high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin -- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter.
Blueberries are a powerhouse of antioxidants & a good source of vitamin K. They contain fibre, vitamin C & E along with manganese.
Flaxseeds are an amazing food & I try added them to every dish possible. Studies have shown that they may help fight heart disease, diabetes & breast cancer. They are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, lignans, which have fantastic antioxidant qualities & fiber.
Cinnamon is excellent for balancing blood sugar levels & really more flavor to these delicious muffins.
These really are a guilt free pleasure food & I hope you feel & enjoy all their benefits.
