Delicious and Healthy Lighter Banana Crumb Muffins Recipe

Indulge in the moist and flavorful lighter banana crumb muffins, made with healthier ingredients. These muffins are a perfect choice for breakfast or a quick snack. The crumb topping adds a delightful crunch to every bite. Enjoy the natural sweetness of ripe bananas while keeping your waistline in check. Whip up a batch of these muffins in no time and savor the guilt-free pleasure.

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup low-fat milk
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• For the crumb topping:
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons rolled oats
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
3. In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the unsweetened applesauce, low-fat milk, plain Greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
5. In a small bowl, prepare the crumb topping by combining the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Cut in the cold unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6. Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle each muffin with a generous amount of the crumb topping mixture.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
9. Enjoy these lighter banana crumb muffins as a delicious and guilt-free breakfast or snack!

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