Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Muffins (Printable Version)

Wholesome muffins featuring zucchini or banana, ideal for quick breakfasts and convenient freezing.

# What You Need:

→ Base Muffin Mix

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Fruit or Vegetable Option

12 - 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
13 - OR
14 - 1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 medium bananas)

→ Optional Add-ins

15 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
16 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips
17 - 1/2 cup rolled oats (for topping)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
04 - Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Gently fold in grated zucchini or mashed banana. Include optional walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
06 - Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle rolled oats on top if using.
07 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Place cooled muffins in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze. Transfer to a freezer bag once frozen. Thaw at room temperature or microwave briefly to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Moist wholesome muffins perfect for busy mornings
  • Freeze beautifully and make a nutritious grab-and-go breakfast
02 -
  • For gluten-free muffins, substitute a gluten-free flour blend
  • These muffins keep well at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months
03 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender
  • Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess
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