What if I don't have a blender?

Because of the dates, this recipe really requires a blender or food processor break them down into a smooth batter. You could try chopping them very finely but the texture will just be a little different!

Can I use something other than bananas?

Yes! We have several other recipes on the blog that are just as delicious: Zucchini Muffins Pumpkin Muffins Apple Muffins Carrot Muffins

What can I use instead of dates?

Other readers have substitutes other dried fruit (raisins, apricots, etc.) and it's worked great! We'd love to hear about what substitutes you find that work!

What other add-ins would be good?

I love these with chocolate chips, but I think adding some chopped nuts (like walnuts) would be delicious too!

How should I store these and how long do they keep?

I like to keep these in an airtight container in the fridge. They should keep for 3-4 days in the fridge!

What type of dates should you use?

I typically use the Dole pitted dates in a bag which are really soft and easy to blend! If you're using whole medjool dates that you pit yourself and they're a little hard, you can soak them in hot water for 5-10 minutes to soften them up.

Healthy Banana Muffins Recipe

Name: Amazingly Wholesome 5 Ingredient Banana Bread Muffins
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups oats; 3 bananas; 2 eggs; 3/4 cup pitted whole dates; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; not necessary, but I usually toss in a pinch of salt and cinnamon if I have them around; not necessary, but chocolate chips are 👌🏼

Description

Banana Bread Muffins – made with just 5 wholesome ingredients! no refined sugar, naturally gluten free, and SO yummy!

Ingredients

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2 cups oats
3 bananas
2 eggs
3/4 cup pitted whole dates
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
not necessary, but I usually toss in a pinch of salt and cinnamon if I have them around
not necessary, but chocolate chips are 👌🏼

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Prep Muffin Tin: Grease a muffin tin.
Make Batter: Mix all ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth.
Pour Into Tin: Pour batter into muffin tin (you should have enough for 10-12 standard size muffins). Top with chocolate chips if you want.
Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Notes

We used Dole whole pitted dates which are very soft, similar to medjool dates. Medjool dates also work in this recipe. If you need to soften the dates a bit, just soak in some warm water before putting the blender. This is especially helpful if you have a less-than-awesome blender.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition Facts

Serves 12

Calories Per Serving: 103

% Daily Value

Daily value: 1% Total Fat 0.9g
Daily value: 10% Cholesterol 31mg
Daily value: 9% Sodium 213.9mg
Daily value: 7% Total Carbohydrate 18.6g
Daily value: 9% Dietary Fiber 2.5g
Sugars 4.6g
Daily value: 7% Protein 3.3g
Daily value: 2% Vitamin A 14.3µg
Daily value: 3% Vitamin C 2.6mg
Daily value: 5% Iron 0.9mg
Daily value: 4% Potassium 178.3mg
Daily value: 21% Phosphorus 264mg

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