“Banana, Cocoa & Coconut Oat Muffins: A Healthy Delight”

If you’re looking for a guilt-free treat that combines the natural sweetness of bananas, the rich flavor of cocoa, and the tropical twist of coconut, these oat muffins are the perfect choice. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they’re ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a light dessert. Easy to make and full of flavor, these muffins will become a favorite for both health-conscious eaters and sweet tooths alike!

Ingredients:
To make these delightful muffins, you’ll need:

2 ripe bananas (mashed)
1 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
¼ cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Directions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.

Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Mash the Bananas:
In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the eggs, honey or maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.

Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. If you’re adding chocolate chips or nuts, fold them in at this stage.

Spoon into Muffin Tin:
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.