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Banana Flax Muffins

These hearty muffins are tasty and energy packed. I find they’re a particular favorite with the toddler set.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 12 muffins

Ingredients

1/4 cup canola oil
1 cup light agave nectar
1 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup golden flaxseed meal
2 1/2 cups Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19)
3/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a muffin pan with 12 muffin liners.

    Step 2

    In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the canola oil and agave nectar, mixing on medium speed for about 20 seconds.

    Step 3

    Add the mashed banana, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and mix for 20 seconds. Add the flax meal and mix until combined, about 10 seconds.

    Step 4

    In a separate bowl, combine the flour mix, xanthan gum, baking soda, and salt.

    Step 5

    Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix on low until just combined, about 20 seconds.

    Step 6

    Turn off the mixer and fold in the raisins.

    Step 7

    Fill the liners to the rim with batter. They will be heaping.

    Step 8

    Bake in the center of the oven for 25 minutes, or until lovely golden brown on top, rotating the pan halfway through. Transfer the muffins to a cooling rack.

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