I think I found the culinary equivalent of my toddler – Gluten Free Banana Nut Mini Muffins! Just like my little man Cam, these two bite treats are tiny in size, soft and squishy, naturally sweet, totally bananas, and a little nutty, too. ;) I came to this conclusion while watching him stuff his face with a mini muffin (after licking it all over, as one does) and couldn’t help but laugh over the similarities. Then he started laughing because I was laughing and, well, we haven’t stopped since. That’s Cam for you! The sweetest thing you’ll ever meet who, like the rest of us, can’t get enough of these naturally sweetened mini muffins. They are BOTH irresistable!
Watch How to Make Them
Easy Breakfast and Snack Idea
I’ve made countless batches of gluten free, dairy free, easily made vegan Banana Nut Mini Muffins over the past couple of weeks to have on hand for easy breakfasts and snacks for the kids, and a nibble for yours truly anytime I need a little somethin’ somethin’. (Although, I’m pretty sure losing track of how many mini muffins you’ve popped over the course of an afternoon makes somethin’ somthin’ count as DEFINITELY SOMETHING!) Both maple syrup and mashed banana in the batter naturally sweeten the muffins and provide a soft and doughy texture, while cinnamon and nutmeg pump up the comfort factor. Oh my goodness, they are SUCH a treat.
Made in 1 bowl with just a whisk and spatula, these mini muffins are easy to make and packed with flavor. I can’t wait for you to try them!
How to Make This Recipe
Start by whisking together mashed banana, pure maple syrup, butter or vegan butter, and egg or flax egg, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl.
Add a gluten free baking flour blend WITH binder (I like Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour), baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt then whisk to combine.
Next add pecans that have been roughly chopped then fold into the batter with a spatula.
Scoop 2 Tablespoons worth of batter into each cup of a mini muffin pan then bake for 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees. These mini muffins are BANANAS (sorry, had to) warm, but I like them best the day after they’re baked as they get even softer after sitting covered on the counter. YUM! I hope you love these mini bites as much as we do – enjoy!
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