Mini Gluten-Free Banana Coffee Cakes

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mashed ripe bananas
• 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 12-muffin tin with coconut oil.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil and maple syrup. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas and mix until fully combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
4. Fold in the chopped walnuts. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin tin and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This tasty gluten-free dessert is perfect for people with a gluten intolerance or just those looking for a delicious treat.
• Bananas are an excellent source of potassium, an essential mineral for maintaining heart health.
• These mini cakes are great for meal prepping and can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.