Description
These baby muffins are soft, naturally sweetened, and made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for babies and toddlers. They are easy to mix up and ideal for baby-led weaning or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 medium banana)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, stir together the applesauce, banana, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and maple syrup.
- Sprinkle the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt) over the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness.
- Optional add-ins include a pinch of nutmeg or finely chopped soft fruit.
- Can be made dairy-free with a non-dairy butter substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini muffin
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
