Guilt-Free Banana-Oat Muffins

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Step 1

Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and placing a rack in the lower third. Lightly spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray to keep the muffins from sticking.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the water and flaxseed meal and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens. While that’s resting, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 3

Once the flaxseed mixture is ready, combine it with the mashed bananas, honey, yogurt, egg, applesauce, coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a larger bowl. Give everything a good stir, then add the dry ingredients and fold them in gently. Finally, toss in the chocolate chips and walnuts.

Step 4

Use a small scoop or spoon to fill each muffin cup with batter, then sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top for a touch of sweetness. Pop the pan in the oven and bake for about 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 5

Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If you want to save some for later, these freeze really well!