Apple & Banana Muffins (Refined Sugar-Free & Gut-Friendly)

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 apple, grated (leave skin on for more fibre)
• 2 eggs
• 60ml olive oil or melted coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 150g spelt flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Optional:

• a handful of chopped walnuts or seeds for added crunch and healthy fats

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan) and line a muffin tin with 10–12 paper cases.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, grated apple, eggs, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the spelt flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, don’t overmix.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cases. If using, sprinkle a few walnuts or seeds on top.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean and the tops are golden and firm.
7. Allow to cool slightly before eating (though they’re glorious warm from the oven too).

Feel free to try our other gut-friendly recipes to mix things up!