Description
Jamie Oliver Breakfast Muffins are a healthy blend of fruits, oats, and nuts baked into soft, satisfying muffins. They use wholemeal flour and natural sweeteners like bananas or honey, making them lighter and more nutritious than traditional muffins. Perfect for busy mornings or afternoon snacks, these muffins are both wholesome and incredibly versatile.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas – For natural sweetness and moisture
- 2 large eggs – To bind everything together
- 125ml milk – Use dairy or plant-based as preferred
- 100ml vegetable oil – Adds moisture and softness
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup – For a touch of natural sweetness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract – Enhances the flavor
- 150g wholemeal self-raising flour – Gives a wholesome texture
- 1 tsp baking powder – Helps the muffins rise
- 100g rolled oats – For heartiness and fiber
- 50g dried fruits (raisins, apricots, or dates) – Adds bursts of sweetness
- 50g chopped nuts or seeds (walnuts, sunflower seeds) – For crunch
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional) – Adds warmth and depth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 12-hole muffin tin with paper cases or grease lightly.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, honey, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the wholemeal flour, oats, baking powder, and cinnamon (if using).
Stir in dried fruits and chopped nuts or seeds into the dry ingredients.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined—avoid overmixing.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cases, filling each about ¾ full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until golden and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.