Don’t you think this little guy and his sister are the most adorable children you’ve ever seen? I do, but then they’re my children.
Jason and Lauren
Jason and Lauren are in their twenties now, and have long since been on their own. Now there’s a new adorable kid on the block – my nephew, Blake.
Blake
When Blake comes to visit, his aunt and uncle don’t waste one minute of toddler fun, and that includes breakfast. Muffins are always on the menu, and Auntie Kristi makes sure they’re healthy too.
Banana Peanut Butter Muffins
Blake’s muffins include natural peanut butter, yogurt, oats and bananas. A healthy breakfast muffin for a growing boy.
Blake
As you can see from Blake’s half eaten muffin, this recipe is a hit.
Blake’s expecting a new brother. I’d better keep a few muffins on hand for Grayson. I’m guessing he’ll be a big muffin fan too.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- â…“ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 medium banana, over ripe and mashed
- ¾ cup natural chunky peanut butter
- ½ cup low fat milk
- ¾ cup low fat plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup quick cooking oats
- 1 ½ cups whole wheat pastry flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 12 count non-stick muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Add egg, sugar, oil, banana, peanut butter, milk and yogurt to a large bowl and whip until throughly combined.
- Mix in baking soda, baking powder, oats and flour until just combined. It should be lump free, but not overly mixed.
- Using a 1/3 cup measure, pour into muffin tins.
- Bake 15 - 18 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
Calories: 191 Weight Watchers PoinstPlus 5 Total Fat: 6.19g Cholesterol: 16mg Sodium: 237mg Total Carbs: 27.54g Dietary Fiber: 2.82g Sugars: 9.49g Protein: 7.52g
Please see disclaimer for further details. Nutrition information is compiled with MacGourmet. If you find discrepancies, please let me know. It’s important to me that I provide you with accurate information.
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These look great and I LOVE peanut butter and banana! Congratulations, Auntie!
Ann recently posted…Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Tartine
Thanks Ann! We are anxiously awaiting baby number two!
You are a wonderful aunt!
and these are the wonderful muffins
Medeja recently posted…ArbÅ«zinÄ— Granita/ Watermelon Granita
I’m certainly having a good time being an aunt.
Who wouldn’t love these muffins Kristi! I know I would even though I am just a little older than your nephew, just one bit!
Katerina recently posted…Savarin (Babà with Rum)
Thanks Katerina! Have a good weekend.
They’re SOOOOOO cute and I love them loving these muffins!
Belinda @zomppa recently posted…Show Some Love: where did our photos go?
Thanks Belinda! They grow up so fast, but having Blake around is sure fun.
Blake must love visiting you!!! Just look how pleased he is with your yummy muffins!
Liz recently posted…Mussels with Chorizo and Pasta~
His mom said he was asking the next day if they could go to Uncle Mike’s house. Somehow Uncle Mike makes the bigger impression.
If there’s peanut butter, I’m there, Kristi! Love that you’ve made these muffins a child-friendly treat – and good for adults too! Have a great weekend.
My husband had to fight the nephew for his share of muffins. Ha!
Well congratulations on your upcoming second nephewness! Blake is adorable (as were your children when they were younger). I’m bummed that he loves the muffins though. If he didn’t, you could just mail them here. They look delicious.
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That’s funny. There weren’t any left or I would mail them to you. He took them home in a bag. Had to hold them in his lap in the car seat. Got to love those little people!
I love your recipe! Sometimes I just want a simple muffin and these have two of my favorite ingredients – peanut butter and bananas
I’d eat these any day for breakfast! And I love the whole wheat flour and yogurt, healthy and delicious!
Thank you Kristina. Whole wheat pastry flour has become my flour of choice. After doing some reading, it has as many nutrients as whole wheat flour, but it works so much better in baked goods. Have a good weekend.
Love these muffins. They would be perfect for my kids too! Something about PB & B.
Hi Trish – you’ll have to let me know how they liked them. Have a good weekend.
My kids would love these. Something about PB&B.
These sound great! I always liked peanut butter & bananas on toast for breakfast. I bet these taste similar but muffins of course are WAY better! And they’re lower in calories than most muffins, yes & yes!
Lacy @ NYCityEats recently posted…Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon & Brown Butter Lobster Risotto
I wanted to keep some for myself, but the little darling decided he needed the whole bag to take home. How could I turn him down!
Adorable photos!
The muffins are perfect! All the ingredients I love mixed together to
result in a wonderful little first prize muffin.
Joanne recently posted…FOFF Turn it Up Tortilla Soup
Thank you! I was thinking the peanut butter might make for a heavy muffin, but this were really light and tender.
Oh my these sound and look good. The look on Blake’s face let’s me know.they are a winner. He’s a cutie pie!
Sandra recently posted…Sweets For My Sweets
I’m a partial to the little guy, that’s for sure.
Peanut butter and bananas is a favorite combination in my house. Those muffins sound like something my crew would gobble up in no time.
Kristen recently posted…Thai Tacos: Carrot and Ginger Improv Challenge
I’m thinking of trying it with almond butter too. A grown up version for me.
Yummy! I don’t think you need to be a picky eater to enjoy this one.
Food Jaunts recently posted…Chicken, Chickpea and Chipotle Chili Soup
Oh…Kristen, these look so delicious, especially this early in the morning!!
And of course, your kids are precious. Doesn’t it seem just 2 weeks ago that they were that little?!
Have a nice weekend
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Hi Sandi – Time truly goes by too fast, that’s for sure! I loved your recent post. The tomato vinaigrette is on my list of must makes.
The baby picture of your kids is adorable…they grow up so fast don’t they. And your nephew is pretty cute as well
Great muffins!
Hope you are enjoying your weekend!
Magic of Spice recently posted…A Chat with Pretty Paris and a Custom Vintage Flatware Giveaway
They grow up too fast, and no one can get you to believe that when they’re young. Have a good week!
Ha, now Blake will be wanting to go see his aunt very often and looking for some tasty goodies at your house. These do sound delicious-obviously not just pleasing to the kids! Great post.
Thanks Tina! If I can lure my darling nephew here with food, I’m game any time.
Peanut butter and banana, 2 of my favorite foods. I just know I will love these muffins.
Hi Norma – you’ll have to let me know if you make them and how they turn out for you.
Now that sounds delicious! And it seems like the little ones adore it
Kiri W. recently posted…Prickly Pear – Another Delicious Cactus Fruit
Such a cute photo of your kids–and what fabulous-looking muffins!
Cucina49 recently posted…That’s Amore
I want to be the auntie who bake good muffins and all kinds of sweets! You must be excited to see the new baby. You will be very busy with more kids wanting your famous muffins!
Nami | Just One Cookbook recently posted…Shumai
I’m always on the look out for a good healthy muffin and these look great, of course I would be tempted to put chocolate chips in them
!
Suzanne recently posted…Healthy Carrot-Apple Nut Bread-A Daring Bakers Challenge
Hmmmmm. Chocolate chips would have taken them over the top. Thanks for the idea!