Is it possible to make a flourless muffin?
Of course, when you mix the right ingredients together!
- Banana : Prebiotic to feed gut bacteria. It is also a source of tryptophan, the basic amino acid for producing serotonin (a neurotransmitter with multiple functions).
- Oat flakes : Soluble fiber beneficial to cardiovascular health and contributes to satiety. Also a source of tryptophan.
- Nut butter: good fats for better neurological and cellular health.
Enjoy these nutritious muffins!
Recipe low in FODMAP
This recipe is low in FODMAP. In spite of everything, listen to your symptoms and recommendations from your nutritionist.
Flourless chocolate banana muffins - low FODMAP
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 4 ripe bananas mashed with a fork
- 4 eggs
- ½ t. (125 ml) almond, hazelnut, cashew or peanut butter
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla essence
- ½ t. (125 ml) quick-cooking oat flakes *
- ¼ t. (60 ml) dark chocolate 85% and more cut into small pieces
- ¼ t. (60 ml) coconut flakes (optional)
- A few nuts and/or cranberries to taste
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place rack in center of oven. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Oil 12 muffin cups.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, combine the bananas, eggs, almond butter, oil and vanilla extract.
- Add oats, dark chocolate and salt. Stir to moisten.
- Divide batter evenly between muffin cups.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Notes
Recipe by the Épithélia team,
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