Banana Blackberry Oatmeal Muffins

Treat yourself to wholesome indulgence with our Homemade Banana Blackberry Oatmeal Muffins. Packed with juicy blackberries, nutty oats, and a hint of zesty freshness from lemons, these muffins are naturally gluten-free and super moist, thanks to the bananas and Greek yogurt.

These delicious muffins pack the perfect balance of banana and blackberry flavors in every delightful bite. And if you're looking for more ways to use up those fresh blackberries or overripe bananas you should try this amazing Oat Flour Banan Bread, this Gluten Free Blackberry Muffins, or these Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars.

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Ideal for busy mornings or satisfying after-school cravings, this banana blackberry oatmeal muffin recipe is the ultimate grab-and-go solution. Even the pickiest eaters will love these muffins!

Healthy Oatmeal Muffin Ingredients

• Fresh or frozen blackberries cut in half.
• Ripe bananas
• Eggs
• Maple syrup or honey
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Lemon
• Coconut oil
• Vanilla Extract
• Rolled Oats ground into oat flour or store-bought oat flour.
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Salt

With a focus on health, they're crafted from real whole food ingredients, ensuring a nutritious treat. Plus, they're free from refined sugars, making them a guilt-free choice.

Get ready to fall in love with an oatmeal muffin recipe that strikes the perfect balance between taste and wellness, inspiring you to create a batch every week!

Recipe Instructions

1. Preheat your oven.
2. Line a muffin pan with muffin liners
3. Mash your bananas with a fork or potato masher or fork in a large mixing bowl.
4. Stir melted coconut oil, Greek yogurt, eggs, maple syrup, lemon juice and vanilla with the mashed bananas.
5. Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until the muffin batter is mixed and the oat flour is incorporated. Be careful to not overmix.
6. Fold in halved blackberries.
7. Pour batter into muffin pan.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when testing for doneness. 

HOW TO MAKE OAT FLOUR

1. Blend: Put gluten-free old-fashioned oats in a blender.
2. Grind: Blend until powdery like flour.
3. Store: Keep in a sealed container.

Enjoy your homemade oat flour!

Substitutions

• Blackberries: If blackberries are unavailable, you can substitute them with other berries such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries. Frozen berries can also be used in place of fresh ones.
• Greek Yogurt: For a dairy-free alternative, opt for coconut yogurt, almond yogurt, or any other non-dairy yogurt of your choice.
• Coconut Oil: You can substitute coconut oil with melted butter or another type of oil like olive oil or avocado oil.
• Oat Flour: If you don't have oat flour, you can make your own by grinding rolled oats in a blender or food processor. Additionally, you could use other gluten-free flours like almond flour or a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.

How to Store Homemade Banana Blackberry Muffins

When properly stored, these Banana Blackberry Oatmeal Muffins can stay fresh for different periods of time depending on how they are stored:

1. Room Temperature: If kept at room temperature in an airtight container, these muffins should stay fresh for about 1 to 2 days.
2. Refrigeration: Storing the muffins in the refrigerator will extend their freshness for about 4-5 days.
3. Freezing: To extend their shelf life even further, consider freezing the muffins. Wrap each muffin individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place them in a resealable plastic bag. When frozen, these muffins can last for up to 2 to 3 months without significant loss of quality. When you're ready to enjoy them, simply thaw at room temperature or warm them up in the oven.

Heart Healthy & Delicious

These oatmeal muffins are both heart-healthy and delicious, not to mention packed real, wholesome ingredients. Fresh blackberries and ripe bananas provide natural sweetness and nutrients. Nutty oat flour, a key ingredient, offers both a hearty texture and soluble fiber that supports heart health by helping to manage cholesterol levels. The absence of refined sugars makes these muffins a guilt-free delight that's as good for your taste buds as it is for your heart.

To learn more about the heart healthy benefits of starting your day with oatmeal, here is a great article from The Mayo Clinic.

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