Citrus Banana Oat Bran Morning Muffins
Start your day right with these Citrus Banana Oat Bran Morning Muffins. Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the refreshing zest of oranges, these muffins offer a delightful burst of flavor and wholesome nutrition. Combining the hearty texture of oat bran and the warmth of allspice, they are perfect for a satisfying breakfast. Enjoy them freshly baked, dusted with icing sugar, and complemented by a dollop of creamy ricotta. Ideal for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or a healthy snack on the go.
12
Servings
165 kcal
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
melted butter
as needed (to grease muffin pans)
self-raising flour
150g (measured as 1 cup)
wholemeal self-rising flour
80g (measured as 1/2 cup)
ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon (pre-ground)
oat bran
40g (measured as 1/3 cup)
brown sugar
115g (1/2 cup, firmly packed)
finely grated orange rind
2 teaspoons (freshly grated)
fresh orange juice
125ml (measured as 1/2 cup)
light olive oil
60ml (measured as 1/4 cup)
eggs
2 (lightly whisked)
mashed ripe banana
1 cup (about 2 bananas)
icing sugar
as needed (to dust)
low-fat ricotta
140g (to serve)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C. Prepare a 12-cup non-stick muffin pan by brushing the cups with melted butter to ensure the muffins come out smoothly.
2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, wholemeal self-rising flour, and ground allspice. Add back any husks from the wholemeal flour to the bowl. Stir in the oat bran and brown sugar until everything is well-mixed.
3
In a large jug or separate bowl, combine the finely grated orange rind, fresh orange juice, light olive oil, and lightly whisked eggs. Mix thoroughly until you have a homogeneous liquid mixture.
4
Pour the liquid ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Add the mashed ripe banana. Using a wooden spoon, gently mix until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to ensure a tender muffin texture.
5
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
6
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve the muffins while they are still warm or at room temperature.
7
Before serving, lightly dust the tops of the muffins with icing sugar. Enhance the experience by serving with a side of low-fat ricotta.
Nutrition Information
5.8g
Fat
26.3g
Carbs
3.3g
Protein
2.1g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Citrus Banana Oat Bran Morning Muffins?
They are a wholesome breakfast muffin featuring ripe bananas, orange zest, oat bran, and allspice.
What are the primary flavors in this recipe?
The primary flavors are ripe banana, refreshing orange zest, and warm allspice.
How many muffins does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 12 muffins.
What is the caloric content of one muffin?
Each muffin contains 165 kcal.
How much fat is in a single serving?
There is 5.8g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count per muffin?
Each muffin has 26.3g of carbohydrates.
How much protein does one muffin provide?
One muffin provides 3.3g of protein.
How much fiber is in each muffin?
Each muffin contains 2.1g of fiber.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 180°C.
How should I prepare the muffin pan?
Brush a 12-cup non-stick muffin pan with melted butter.
Which flours are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 150g of self-raising flour and 80g of wholemeal self-rising flour.
Should I keep the husks from the wholemeal flour?
Yes, add any husks from the wholemeal flour back into the bowl after sifting.
What spice is used for flavoring?
1/2 teaspoon of ground allspice is used.
How much oat bran is needed?
You need 40g or approximately 1/3 cup of oat bran.
What type of sugar is best for this recipe?
Use 115g of firmly packed brown sugar.
How much orange rind is required?
Use 2 teaspoons of finely grated orange rind.
How much orange juice is used?
Use 125ml or 1/2 cup of fresh orange juice.
What kind of oil should I use?
Use 60ml or 1/4 cup of light olive oil.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
Use 2 lightly whisked eggs.
How much mashed banana is needed?
You need 1 cup of mashed ripe banana.
How many bananas usually make one cup?
About 2 ripe bananas usually make 1 cup mashed.
How should I mix the ingredients?
Gently mix the wet and dry ingredients with a wooden spoon until just combined to ensure a tender texture.
What is the baking time?
Bake for approximately 24 minutes.
How do I check if the muffins are done?
A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
How long should muffins cool in the pan?
Let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.
Where should the muffins cool after the pan?
Turn them out onto a wire rack to cool slightly.
What is the best way to serve these muffins?
Serve them while still warm or at room temperature.
What should I sprinkle on top before serving?
Lightly dust the tops with icing sugar.
What is a good accompaniment for these muffins?
Serve with a side of low-fat ricotta (about 140g total).
Are these muffins suitable for meal prep?
Yes, they are ideal for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or as a healthy snack on the go.