Delicious Choice Apple and Banana Muffins

These delicious Choice Apple and Banana Muffins are the perfect treat for breakfast or snack time. Made with fresh apples and ripe bananas, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with fruit goodness. They are easy to make and are perfect for using up those overripe bananas. Enjoy these muffins warm with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful start to your day.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup finely chopped apples
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line with muffin liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Add the mashed bananas, chopped apples, and walnuts (if using), and gently fold them into the batter.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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